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easy beef wellington recipe

easy beef wellington recipe

This easy Beef Wellington recipe simplifies the classic dish, making it approachable for home cooks. With a delicious beef fillet coated in mushroom duxelles and wrapped in puff pastry, this dish is perfect for special occasions or a cozy dinner.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine British
Servings 4 People
Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Oven
  • 1 Baking tray
  • 1 Skillet
  • 1 Food processor (optional)
  • 1 Plastic wrap
  • 1 Rolling pin
  • 1 Brush for egg wash
  • 1 Meat thermometer

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs beef tenderloin Whole piece.
  • 8 oz mushrooms Finely chopped.
  • 2 slices prosciutto
  • 1 sheet puff pastry Thawed.
  • 1 egg beaten egg For egg wash.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion Finely chopped.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced.
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme Or 1 teaspoon dried thyme.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Season the beef tenderloin with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the beef on all sides until browned (about 2-3 minutes per side). Remove from heat, brush the tenderloin with Dijon mustard, and let it cool.
  • In the same skillet, add the chopped onions and garlic. Sauté until translucent. Add the finely chopped mushrooms and thyme, cooking until all moisture is evaporated (around 5-7 minutes). Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat and allow to cool.
  • On a clean surface, lay out the prosciutto slices in an overlapping manner. Spread the cooled mushroom mixture over the prosciutto.
  • Place the seasoned beef in the center and carefully wrap the prosciutto around it. Use plastic wrap to tightly wrap the beef and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  • Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to a size that can fully enclose the beef.
  • Remove the beef from the plastic wrap, place it in the center of the pastry, and fold the pastry over it. Seal the edges by pinching them closed. Brush the top with the beaten egg.
  • Place the wrapped beef Wellington on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Make a few small slits in the pastry to allow steam to escape.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare.
  • Let the Beef Wellington rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding some pate or liver mousse spread over the prosciutto.
Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Be sure to monitor the temperature of the beef to avoid overcooking.