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Beef Wellington: A Simplified Approach to a Classic Dish

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This Beef Wellington recipe simplifies the classic dish into seven easy steps. Perfect for impressing guests without spending all day in the kitchen!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb beef tenderloin
  • 1 sheet puff pastry
  • 1/2 cup duxelles (mushroom paste)
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season beef with salt and pepper. Sear in a hot pan for 2-3 minutes per side.
  2. Spread Dijon mustard over the seared beef.
  3. Cover the beef with duxelles.
  4. Wrap the beef tightly in puff pastry.
  5. Brush the pastry with beaten egg.
  6. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  7. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality puff pastry. You can prepare the duxelles ahead of time.

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Keywords: beef wellington, beef, puff pastry, duxelles