Classic Beef Wellington: Discover the Perfect Recipe!
Classic Beef Wellington is a luxurious dish featuring tender beef fillet coated with mushroom duxelles and wrapped in flaky puff pastry, perfect for special occasions.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs beef tenderloin
- 8 oz mushrooms, finely chopped
- 4 oz pâté (optional)
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for searing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the beef tenderloin with salt and pepper, then sear it in a hot pan with olive oil until browned on all sides.
- Remove the beef and let it cool, then brush it with Dijon mustard.
- In the same pan, sauté the chopped mushrooms until all moisture has evaporated, then let cool.
- If using, spread the pâté over the beef, then layer the mushroom mixture on top.
- Roll out the puff pastry and wrap it around the beef, sealing the edges.
- Brush the pastry with beaten egg and make a few slits on top for steam to escape.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown.
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure the beef is at room temperature before cooking for even cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for desired doneness.
- Serve with a red wine sauce for added flavor.