Beef Wellington for Two: An Indulgent Dinner Adventure
Indulge in the rich flavors of Beef Wellington with this delightful recipe designed for two. Perfect for a romantic dinner or special occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound beef tenderloin
- 8 ounces mushrooms, finely chopped
- 4 slices prosciutto
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the beef tenderloin with salt and pepper, then sear in olive oil until browned.
- In a skillet, sauté the mushrooms with thyme until moisture evaporates, then remove from heat.
- Spread Dijon mustard over the beef, then layer with prosciutto and mushrooms.
- Wrap the beef in puff pastry, sealing edges and brushing with egg wash.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to check the doneness; medium-rare should read 130°F (54°C).
- Feel free to add other herbs like rosemary for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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