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A beautifully plated beef Wellington featuring a golden-brown, flaky puff pastry crust encasing tender, juicy beef medallions topped with mushroom duxelles and a brush of egg wash. The dish is elegantly arranged on a white ceramic plate, garnished with fresh herbs, with a blurred rustic wooden background highlighting the rich textures and vibrant colors of the dish, evoking a sophisticated dining atmosphere.

Classic Beef Wellington for Impressing Guests

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A classic dish featuring tender beef fillet wrapped in mushroom duxelles and puff pastry, baked to perfection for an elegant presentation.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lb beef tenderloin, center-cut
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 8 oz mushrooms, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh thyme sprigs

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season beef with salt and pepper.
  2. Sear the beef in a hot skillet with olive oil until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Let cool, then brush with Dijon mustard.
  3. Prepare mushroom duxelles by sautéing mushrooms with olive oil and thyme until moisture evaporates. Cool.
  4. Spread mushroom mixture over the beef, then wrap with puff pastry, sealing edges.
  5. Brush with beaten egg, cut a few small slits on top for steam release.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use high-quality beef tenderloin for best results.
  • Chill the wrapped Wellington before baking for a neater presentation.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Baking, Searing, Sautéing
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Gluten

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 650 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 45g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 28g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg