Description
Experience the magic of the holidays with this elegant Holiday Beef Wellington. Featuring a perfectly seared beef tenderloin enveloped in a rich mushroom duxelles, wrapped in prosciutto and flaky puff pastry, this dish is the ultimate centerpiece for festive gatherings. Impress your guests with its sophisticated flavors and stunning presentation, making every bite a memorable celebration of culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef tenderloin
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
- 8 oz shiitake mushrooms, finely chopped
- 6 slices prosciutto
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 egg yolk (beaten with 1 tbsp water)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season beef tenderloin with salt and pepper. Sear in a hot skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Let rest.
- In the same skillet, cook finely chopped mushrooms with garlic and herbs over medium heat for about 10 minutes until moisture evaporates. Cool slightly.
- Layer prosciutto on parchment paper, spread mushroom mixture on top, then place seared beef in the center. Roll tightly using parchment as a guide and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface to encase the beef. Wrap tightly and seal edges with egg wash.
- Place wrapped Wellington on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper; brush with egg wash. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg