Show-Stopping Beef Wellington
Show-Stopping Beef Wellington
Servings: 12
Description: The ultimate Beef Wellington may look fancy, but each step is easy to follow. Juicy tenderloin wrapped in flavorful mushrooms, prosciutto, and flaky puff pastry — a perfect special dinner for guests.
Ingredients Table
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Beef tenderloin (center-cut) | 3 lb (1.5 kg) |
| Canola oil | 2 tbsp |
| Kosher salt | To taste |
| Black pepper | To taste |
| English mustard | ¼ cup (60 g) |
| Butter | 1 tbsp |
| Shallots (minced) | 2 |
| Cremini mushrooms (minced) | 2 lb (910 g) |
| Garlic (minced) | 5 cloves |
| Prosciutto or ham (thinly sliced) | ½ lb (225 g) |
| Puff pastry sheet | 1 |
| Eggs (beaten) | 2 |
About the Ingredients
Beef tenderloin: A soft, juicy cut perfect for roasting.
Cremini mushrooms: Add a rich, earthy flavor when cooked down.
Prosciutto: Provides a salty layer to balance the flavor.
English mustard: Gives a tangy kick to the beef.
Puff pastry: Wraps the whole dish in a flaky, golden crust.
Cooking Instructions
- Bring beef to room temperature. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat canola oil in a pan. Sear beef on all sides for 3 minutes each until browned. Remove and let rest.
- Brush warm beef with mustard. Let cool.
- In the same pan, cook mushrooms, shallots, and garlic in butter for 25–30 minutes until dry like a paste. Let cool.
- Lay out plastic wrap. Layer prosciutto slices in a square. Spread mushroom paste on top.
- Place beef on top and roll tightly using plastic wrap. Chill for 15 minutes.
- Unroll puff pastry. Wrap around beef and seal edges. Chill again for 15 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place beef on a lined baking tray. Brush with beaten egg and add design with fork.
- Optional: Decorate with extra puff pastry.
- Bake for 40 minutes or until golden brown. Beef should be 135°F (57°C) inside for medium-rare.
- Rest for 10 minutes, then slice and enjoy!
Nutrition Info (Approx. per serving)
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 33g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
Cooking Tips
- Use chilled beef and mushrooms before wrapping to prevent soggy pastry.
- Score the top of the pastry with a fork for a decorative look.
- Let the cooked Wellington rest before cutting to keep it juicy.
- For a vegetarian twist, swap beef with roasted beets or tofu.

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