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Beef Wellington

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Beef Wellington is a classic and elegant main dish featuring tender beef tenderloin coated in Dijon mustard, wrapped in a savory mushroom duxelles and flaky puff pastry, then baked to golden perfection. Ideal for holidays or special occasions, it’s rich, flavorful, and visually stunning.

Ingredients

  • 1 center-cut beef tenderloin (about 2 to 2.5 lbs)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 lb cremini or button mushrooms, finely chopped
  • 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
  • 1 egg yolk (for egg wash)
  • All-purpose flour (for dusting surface)
  • Optional: 1 plain, unsweetened crepe (to prevent soggy pastry)

Instructions

  1. Season the beef with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Sear the beef on all sides until browned. Remove from heat and brush all over with Dijon mustard. Let cool.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter. Add mushrooms, shallots, garlic, and thyme. Cook over medium heat until all moisture evaporates and mixture becomes paste-like. Cool completely.
  4. On a floured surface, roll out puff pastry into a rectangle large enough to wrap the beef.
  5. Optional: Place a crepe on the pastry. Spread mushroom mixture evenly over the crepe or directly onto pastry.
  6. Place cooled beef in the center. Wrap pastry around the beef, trimming excess and sealing edges.
  7. Place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush top with egg yolk and score lightly for decoration.
  8. Chill in fridge for 15–20 minutes while preheating oven to 400°F (200°C).
  9. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until pastry is golden and internal temperature of beef is 125°F for medium-rare.
  10. Rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Ensure mushroom mixture is dry to prevent soggy pastry.
  • Chill the wrapped Wellington before baking for cleaner slices.
  • Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
  • Serve with red wine sauce, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.

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