Description
This Juicy Beef Wellington recipe features a tender beef tenderloin wrapped in savory mushroom duxelles and prosciutto, all encased in a buttery puff pastry. Perfect for holidays or dinner parties, this elegant dish is a classic British favorite. Learn how to make the best beef Wellington with step-by-step instructions and tips. Keywords: beef Wellington, beef tenderloin recipe, holiday dinner, mushroom duxelles, puff pastry beef.
Ingredients
1 center-cut beef tenderloin (about 2 lbs)
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
8 oz mushrooms, finely chopped
2 shallots, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
6 slices prosciutto
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 egg yolk
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Tie the beef tenderloin to hold its shape, then sear it in a hot pan with olive oil until browned on all sides. Season with salt and pepper, then let it cool. Brush with Dijon mustard.
2. In the same pan, melt butter and sauté mushrooms, shallots, garlic, and thyme until moisture evaporates and the mixture becomes paste-like. Let cool.
3. On plastic wrap, lay out the prosciutto slices slightly overlapping. Spread the mushroom mixture over the prosciutto. Place the beef on top and roll it tightly. Chill for 30 minutes.
4. Roll out puff pastry. Place the chilled beef log in the center and wrap it, sealing the edges. Brush with egg yolk and chill again.
5. Bake at 400°F for 35–40 minutes or until golden and internal temperature is 125°F for medium-rare. Let rest before slicing.
Notes
Use center-cut beef tenderloin for even cooking and better presentation.
Don’t skip chilling between steps—it helps the Wellington hold its shape.
Make sure the mushroom duxelles is dry to avoid soggy pastry.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of Wellington)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 155mg