{"id":7119,"date":"2021-05-28T11:35:36","date_gmt":"2021-05-28T11:35:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.howtocook.recipes\/?p=7119"},"modified":"2026-01-16T16:51:24","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T16:51:24","slug":"classic-beef-wellington-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.howtocook.recipes\/classic-beef-wellington-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Classic Beef Wellington Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

For an impressive dish for a special occasion, channel your inner Chef Ramsay and make beef Wellington! This is one of my favorite things to make for a fancier meal, perfect for birthdays or anniversaries. It only looks and tastes complicated though. Come see how easy this beef wellington recipe<\/strong> is to make!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Best Beef Wellington Recipe<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t be intimidated by beef Wellington. Gordon Ramsay is not going to come into your kitchen and shout at you. Simply follow this recipe for the best beef Wellington recipe ever!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Beef Wellington Ingredients<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Beef tenderloin<\/strong> \u2013 This filet should be one pound and should be top tier quality.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Baby portobello mushrooms<\/strong> \u2013 For the mushrooms duxelles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Prosciutto<\/strong> \u2013 Wraps inside the pastry with the mushroom.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Coleman\u2019s yellow mustard<\/strong> \u2013 To smear on the meat for flavor rather than using a Beef Wellington sauce.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Puff pastry<\/strong> \u2013 We\u2019ll wrap our beef in it for this signature dish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Egg yolks<\/strong> \u2013 To help our puff pastry brown up just right!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    Easy Beef Wellington Recipe<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Believe it or not, it only takes 20 minutes to have your traditional beef Wellington recipe ready to serve. From there, it bakes slowly in the oven until it becomes a perfectly gorgeous and browned delight with juicy meat in the center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    How do you Make Beef Wellington from Scratch<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    • Whether your making an individual Beef Wellington or a Beef Wellington for a whole family, you\u2019ll start by seasoning the beef with salt and pepper, then sear it on all sides. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Once it cools, brush it with the mustard. Meanwhile, you\u2019ll puree mushrooms for the mushroom duxelles, then cook until the moisture is released. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • On top of plastic wrap, you\u2019ll lay out the prosciutto, smear it with the mushroom duxelles and then put the beef in the middle. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • You\u2019ll then roll the mushroom and prosciutto over the filet in a tight barrel and refrigerate. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • After that, you\u2019ll preheat the oven and flour a surface so you can spread the puff pastry out. Remove the plastic and put the wrapped beef in the center of the pastry. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Brush with egg yolks, chill, then brush some more on. Score it, then bake it until it\u2019s perfect!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      Expert Tips and Tricks for the Perfect Beef Wellington Every Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • Use the best beef<\/strong>. Beef Wellington is a luxurious and rich main dish. As such, you should go for the best quality beef tenderloin you can find.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Don\u2019t skip the step of cooking the pureed mushrooms<\/strong>. This draws out the moisture which would ruin your puff pastry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Score the top of the pastry<\/strong>. This will allow for proper cooking, not to mention pretty presentation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Be patient<\/strong>. You need to chill the whole roll for 20 minutes after assembling with the prosciutto and mushroom duxelles. And another 10 minutes after you wrap it with the pastry!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        Is beef Wellington hard to make?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        No, it\u2019s not. It only gets that reputation because Chef Ramsay uses it to put budding chefs to the test. If you follow the directions in this individual Beef Wellington recipe, you will see it is much easier than it looks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        How to Cook Beef Wellington<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Beef Wellington cooks in the oven. This is so the puff pastry can bake up to that heavenly golden brown and fantastic texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        What cut of beef is best for beef Wellington?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Beef tenderloin filet is what is used because it is so tender and juicy. This divine cut of beef is one of the most delicious of all!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        What is so special about Beef Wellington?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Traditionally, beef Wellington uses foie gras along with the mushroom duxelles. This recipe uses just the mushrooms, but it is still a labor of love. It\u2019s not a dish you\u2019d make for dinner every night, making it a true luxury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        What can I substitute for pate in beef Wellington?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        In this recipe, there is no pate used. Don\u2019t worry since the mushroom duxelles will make up for it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        What temperature should beef Wellington be cooked at?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        You should cook your beef Wellington at 400F.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        How Long to Bake Beef Wellington<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        You will bake your beef Wellington for 25 to 35 minutes at 400F. It will need time to rest after that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        How do you know when beef Wellington is cooked?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        You\u2019ll see the pastry is golden brown and you\u2019ll know. The core temperature can be checked with a meat thermometer. Do so after it rests for 10 minutes and make sure it is 135\u00b0F for medium rare or 150\u00b0F for medium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Why is my beef Wellington soggy?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        If you find yourself with a soggy beef Wellington, the pastry has been compromised by the mushrooms. Cooking them first is the key!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        How do you keep beef Wellington from getting soggy?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        You must make sure when cooking your mushroom duxelles that you keep cooking it until all of the liquid has disappeared. Then you won\u2019t get a soggy beef Wellington!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        How do I make the bottom of my beef Wellington crispy?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Make sure you score the pastry. This will let proper airflow in and keep your pastry with the right texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        What goes well with Beef Wellington<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Baked potatoes or baked sweet potatoes, a shaved fennel salad with lemon vinaigrette, sauteed asparagus, mashed potatoes, dauphinoise potatoes, garlic roasted potatoes, and baby carrots are all great beef wellington sides that compliment the dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        How to Store Beef Wellington<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Should you have any leftovers, you will want to cut the beef Wellington into slices then arrange them cut-side down in an airtight container.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        How Long Does Beef Wellington Last?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Beef Wellington will last up to 4 days in your fridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Can You Freeze Beef Wellington?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Yes, you can! It should be good for about 3 months, but due to the pastry, you may want to limit thawing time so it won\u2019t become soggy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        How to Reheat Beef Wellington?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Go slow and low to reheat it. You don\u2019t want the meat to become overcooked and tough. At 250F for about 10 to 15 minutes should do it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Watch How To Make Beef Weellington (Video)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n