Best 7 Underwood Individual Beef Wellingtons With Red Wine Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in the culinary masterpiece that is the Individual Beef Wellington with Red Wine Sauce. This dish elevates the classic beef Wellington to new heights, presenting a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. The tenderloin steak, wrapped in layers of savory duxelles and flaky puff pastry, is cooked to perfection, creating a juicy and succulent center. The rich red wine sauce, infused with herbs and spices, adds a layer of depth and complexity that perfectly complements the beef. This recipe also includes variations for adventurous palates, such as the Mushroom and Spinach Wellington and the Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomato Wellington, each offering a unique twist on the traditional dish.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MINI BEEF WELLINGTONS



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Whip up these easy-to-prepare and elegant individual beef Wellingtons drizzled with a rich red wine and Gorgonzola sauce.

Provided by Gene Gerrard

Categories     Dinner     Entree

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 18

For the Filet Mignon:
4 (6-ounce) filet mignon steaks (cut 1 1/2 inches thick)
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Mushroom Duxelles:
10 ounces cremini mushrooms
1 tablespoon butter (unsalted)
1 small shallot (minced)
1 clove garlic (minced)
1/4 teaspoon salt (sea)
1/8 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
2 1/2 tablespoons dry sherry (or dry vermouth)
For the Beef Wellington:
1 sheet puff pastry (frozen; thawed)
1 large egg (beaten with 2 teaspoons water for egg wash)
1 1/4 cups red wine sauce
Optional: 4 ounces Gorgonzola

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Sprinkle both sides of the filet mignon steaks with kosher salt and fresh ground pepper.
  • In a heavy skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Add the filets and sear for 1 minute on each side.
  • Transfer to a plate, cool, then refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Clean, stem, and finely chop the cremini mushrooms.
  • Heat the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and garlic, and sauté for 1 minute.
  • Add the mushrooms, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until the mushroom liquid has evaporated and the mushrooms begin to brown around the edges.
  • Take the skillet off the heat and stir in the sherry.
  • Return the skillet to the heat, and cook until the liquid has again evaporated. Transfer to a plate and cool completely.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 F. Cut a piece of parchment paper to fit inside a baking tray.
  • Prepare the red wine sauce, and keep warm.
  • Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured board to a 14-inch square. Cut into four 7-inch squares.
  • Remove the seared filets from the refrigerator. Using a paper towel, gently dab them dry to remove any accumulated juices.
  • Compactly press an equal amount of the mushroom duxelles on top of each filet.
  • Lay a filet, mushroom-side down, on a puff pastry square. Using a pastry brush, brush the egg wash along the edges of the pastry square.
  • Fold one side of the pastry, press down, then fold the adjacent side (like wrapping a package) and press down. Press together the other two sides to seal the pastry. Put the Wellington, with the seal-side down onto the tray. Do the same for the other three Wellingtons.
  • Brush more of the egg wash over the top and sides of each Wellington.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown. Remove the tray from the oven, and let the Wellingtons rest for 5 minutes.
  • Re-heat the red wine sauce. If using the Gorgonzola, stir it into the sauce, then whisk until melted and smooth.
  • Spoon a little of the sauce onto each plate. Transfer a Wellington on top of the sauce. Cut the Wellington in half on the diagonal, slightly opening the two halves, and spoon a little sauce between the two halves. Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 663 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 224 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 50 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sodium 373 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 41 g, ServingSize 4 portions (4 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

UNDERWOOD INDIVIDUAL BEEF WELLINGTONS WITH RED WINE SAUCE



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I love liver pate. Here is a recipe using it from the Underwood web site. I used cubbed steaks though, because it was what I had, and it turned out delicious.

Provided by EURrosa1

Categories     Meat

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 tablespoons softened butter or 5 tablespoons margarine, divided
1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
1 small onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
4 beef tenderloin steaks, seasoned with salt and pepper (about 6 oz. each)
1 (17 1/3 ounce) package frozen puff pastry, thawed (2 sheets)
1 (4 1/4 ounce) can liverwurst spread
1 egg
1 tablespoon water
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can beef broth
1/2 cup red wine
1 small shallot, finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon finely chopped Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tbsp of butter in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat; cook mushrooms and onion until tender and liquid is evaporated; season with salt and pepper and cool slightly.
  • Cut thawed pastry into four portions. Place one-fourth of mushroom mixture in center of each portion of pastry. Spread one-fourth of Liverwurst Spread over one side of each steak. Place steaks, liverwurst side down, over mushrooms; wrap pastry around meat. Trim excess pastry and seal ends. Place pastry-wrapped meat, seam sides down, in greased, shallow baking pan.
  • Beat egg and water and brush pastry. (You can reroll trimmings to make cutouts. Place cutouts on pastry-wrapped meat. Brush again with egg.) Bake, uncovered in 400 F oven for 15 minutes, until pastry is golden and meat is medium-rare. (To test doneness of meat insert thermometer into pastry; it should register 145°F for medium-rare.)
  • SAUCE: In medium saucepan, combine broth, wine, shallot and thyme; heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5-7 minutes (until reduced to 1 1/2 cups). In small bowl, mix 4 tbsp butter and flour until smooth. Add to wine mixture; cook until thickened and bubbly. Simmer 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add parsley. Serve with beef.

INDIVIDUAL BEEF WELLINGTONS



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This elegant staple of 1960s dinner parties derives its name from The Duke of Wellington, the nineteenth century English statesman and military officer. The name is not due to his gourmet tastes, however, but because the final dish is said to resemble the shiny dark military boots he wore. Beef Wellington traditionally is a 2 to 4 pound beef tenderloin topped with mushroom duxelles and foie gras pate, and then encased in puff pastry. We've simplified the preparation by instead wrapping individual beef filets. This recipe makes 4 servings, but it easily can be doubled or halved. The filets need to be cut about 1 1/2-inches thick to ensure that the meat doesn't dry out or become overcooked while roasting in the oven. If the meat is cut thinner, reduce the oven cooking time appropriately. And if your filets are greater than six ounces, the puff pastry will need to be cut into a larger square in order to envelop the meat completely. If this is the case, you may need two sheets of puff pastry instead of the one called for here. Also, this cooking time plus resting time is for meat that's served medium-rare. If you like your meat more done, increase the initial cooking time in the skillet by another minute or two, and monitor the doneness of the meat from the oven with an instant-read thermometer. Classic sauces, such as Marchand de Vin and Bearnaise, would be delicious accompaniments to these little Beef Wellingtons, as would creamed spinach or steamed asparagus or haricots verts.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 (6-ounce) thickly cut filet mignons
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 (1-ounce) slices goose or duck liver, or pork country-style pate
One-half (17 1/4-ounce package) frozen puff pastry (1 sheet), thawed
Mushroom Duxelles, recipe follows
1 large egg beaten with 2 teaspoons water to make an egg wash
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons minced shallots
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
10 ounces button mushrooms, wiped clean, stemmed, and finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
2 1/2 tablespoons dry white wine

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Season both sides of each filet with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and 1/8 teaspoon of the pepper.
  • Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the filets and sear for 1 minute on each side for medium-rare. Transfer to a plate to cool completely.
  • Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to a 14-inch square, and cut into 4 (7-inch) squares.
  • Spread one-quarter of the mushroom duxelles on top of each filet and top each with 1 slice of the pate, pressing to flatten. Place one filet, mushroom side down, in the center of a puff pastry square. Using a pastry brush or your finger, paint the inside edges of the pastry with egg wash. Fold the pastry over the filet as though wrapping a package and press the edges to seal. Place the packages seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the egg wash over the tops and sides of each package and bake until the pastry is golden brown and an instant-read thermometer registers 140 degrees F for medium-rare, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Place the Beef Wellingtons in the center of 4 large plates, and accompany with the sauce and vegetables of choice.
  • Heat the butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and garlic and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add the mushrooms, salt, and white pepper, reduce the heat to medium, and cook, stirring, until all the liquid has evaporated and the mushrooms begin to caramelize, about 12 minutes. Add the wine and cook, stirring to deglaze the pan, until all the liquid has evaporated. Remove from the heat and let cool before using.

MINI BEEF WELLINGTONS WITH RED WINE SAUCE



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This recipe was given to me by a dear friend. It's perfect for a special occasion, and is as good as you'll get from any restaurant. The filets are topped with a mixture of liver pate (pate de foie gras) and mushrooms and wrapped with puff pastry and served with a red wine sauce!

Provided by MSVIC04

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     English

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
salt and pepper to taste
6 (6 ounce) beef tenderloin filets
1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
¼ cup red wine
1 cup beef consomme
1 (3 ounce) jar foie gras pate
1 (17.25 ounce) package frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 egg, beaten
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
1 cup beef consomme
½ cup red wine
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the filets with salt and pepper, then fry on each side until browned to lock in the juices. Remove from the skillet and set aside to cool slightly.
  • Add the mushrooms, wine and beef consomme to the skillet; cook and stir over medium heat until mushrooms are tender. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the mushrooms to a small bowl, reserving the consomme. Mix the pate with the mushrooms, adding a little consomme if needed to achieve a spreadable texture. Divide the mushrooms among the filets and spread on the top. Refrigerate about 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lay the puff pastry out on a clean surface and cut out two 5 to 6 inch rounds for each steak. You can roll it out a little thinner if you need more area. Place a steak onto a round, and bring the edges up around the sides. Cover the top with a second piece of dough, overlapping the edges and pressing to seal into a package. Repeat with remaining steaks. Place the Wellingtons onto a baking sheet, and brush the tops with beaten egg.
  • Bake for about 12 minutes, for rare, 16 minutes for medium, or 20 minutes for well done. For best results use a meat thermometer to determine the temperature of the steaks, with 140 degrees F (60 degrees C) being medium doneness. Remove from the oven and allow to rest for about 5 minutes.
  • While the steaks are cooking, make the sauce. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until browned. Stir in the green onions, and cook until tender, about 1 minute. Gradually stir in the reserved consomme and the remaining 1 cup of consomme; continue to cook and stir until the sauce thickens. Reduce heat to low and stir in the wine. Continue to simmer until thickened, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in butter and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • To serve, cut each Wellington in half and spoon some sauce onto the plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1026.6 calories, Carbohydrate 42.1 g, Cholesterol 211.7 mg, Fat 65.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 59.9 g, SaturatedFat 21.9 g, Sodium 693.3 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

EASY INDIVIDUAL BEEF WELLINGTONS



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The simplest version of this recipe we know. Great for dinner parties. This uses the small round boneless tenderloin steaks which resemble filet Mignon but are less expensive. If you purchase them wrapped in bacon, remove the bacon from the steaks for this recipe.

Provided by 2Bleu

Categories     Steak

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon oil
8 beef tenderloin steaks, 1 inch thick
1 (16 ounce) package puff pastry sheets
8 ounces liverwurst or 8 ounces braunsweiger
2 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 egg, beaten with
1 tablespoon water, making an egg wash

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over moderate heat, heat the oil and add steaks and sear.
  • Remove steaks from skillet, cover and refrigerate them for 15 minutes or up to 24 hours.
  • Thaw pastry sheets at room temperature 30 minutes and preheat oven to 400°F Mix liverwurst, onions and parsley; spread on top and sides of steaks.
  • Unfold pastry on lightly floured surface. Roll each sheet into a 14" square. Cut each square into four 7" squares.
  • Place steak on each square. Brush edges of squares with some of the egg wash. Fold each corner to center on top of steak and seal edges (will look like an envelope).
  • Brush all over with egg wash. Place on baking sheet. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 836.1, Fat 61.8, SaturatedFat 20.9, Cholesterol 207.5, Sodium 477.7, Carbohydrate 26.6, Fiber 1, Sugar 0.5, Protein 41.2

BEEF WELLINGTON WITH RED WINE GRAVY



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Update a celebration dinner centrepiece using prosciutto instead of pancakes to encase beef and porcini mushroom stuffing

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 42

1kg beef fillet - ask your butcher to cut it from the middle of the fillet and say you don't want the tail end or the head (chateaubriand) of the fillet
1 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for greasing
5-6 thin slices prosciutto
plain flour, for dusting
500g pack all-butter puff pastry
1 egg, beaten
20g dried porcini mushrooms
400g chestnut or button mushrooms, roughly sliced
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaf
50g butter
1 large shallot, finely chopped
splash of Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp freshly grated parmesan
25g butter
1 shallot, finely chopped
sprig of thyme
1 bay leaf
1 tbsp plain flour
splash of brandy (optional)
glass of red wine
1 beef stock cube
1kg beef fillet - ask your butcher to cut it from the middle of the fillet and say you don't want the tail end or the head (chateaubriand) of the fillet
1 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for greasing
5-6 thin slices prosciutto
plain flour, for dusting
500g pack all-butter puff pastry
1 egg, beaten
20g dried porcini mushrooms
400g chestnut or button mushrooms, roughly sliced
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaf
50g butter
1 large shallot, finely chopped
splash of Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp freshly grated parmesan
25g butter
1 shallot, finely chopped
sprig of thyme
1 bay leaf
1 tbsp plain flour
splash of brandy (optional)
glass of red wine
1 beef stock cube

Steps:

  • First soak the dried porcini in 400ml of kettle-hot water and set aside. Pat the beef fillet with kitchen paper to dry it of any blood then season with salt and then heavily with black pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan until very hot then spend 8-10 mins searing and turning the fillet with tongs until it's well browned on all sides. Hold it up to sear both ends as well. Set the beef aside on a tray to catch any juices and turn the heat off the pan but don't clean it.
  • Drain and squeeze out the dried porcini but reserve the juice and tip the porcini into a food processor with the other mushrooms and thyme. Season everything with salt and pepper and pulse until finely chopped but not completely smooth. Place the beef pan back on the heat with the butter and when it starts to sizzle add the shallot and cook for 2 mins until softened. Turn the heat up and tip in the mushrooms, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce and cook everything for 10-12 mins until you have a paste that comes away from the side of the pan. Tip into a bowl to cool, stir through the parmesan if using and set aside. Turn off the heat from the pan but don't clean it. The beef can be seared and the mushroom mixture can be made several hours in advance.
  • For the first stage of assembly get a large sheet of cling film and overlap the prosciutto slices on it in a row, tip the mushroom mix on top then cover with another sheet of cling film. Either with your hands or a rolling pin, pat it down or roll it out to a thin layer that just covers the prosciutto. Remove the top sheet of cling film and sit the fillet down the centre of the mushrooms. Using the edge of the cling film lift and roll the prosciutto and mushrooms to encase the beef then use the cling film to roll everything into a tight sausage. For the best results now place the sausage in the freezer for 30 mins to firm up - do not leave for longer of cooking times will be affected.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll the pastry to a rectangle a little larger than a magazine, trim the edges to neaten and save the trimmings. Lightly brush the pastry all over with beaten egg. Carefully unwrap the prosciutto parcel and lay in the middle of the pastry. Like wrapping a parcel or making a spring roll fold the shorter edges over the fillet then roll the whole thing around the fillet to encase. For a really neat finish get another clean sheet of cling film and roll the Wellington into a sausage tight sausage again. Place in the fridge and chill for at least 30 mins or up to a day.
  • Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7 with a sturdy, lightly oiled baking tray in it. Re-roll the pastry trimmings and use to make 6 leaves. Unwrap the wellington, brush all over with egg then decorate with the leaves. Brush the leaves with more egg. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and transfer, sealed side down to the heated baking tray. Bake the for 10 mins then reduce the heat of the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6 and continue to bake for 25 mins for rare meat, 30 mins for medium rare, 35 mins for medium and about 45 mins for well-done, making sure the pastry doesn't burn (you can cover it with foil if it starts to become too dark. Remove from the oven and leave for 10 mins to relax.
  • To make the gravy, heat the butter in the mushroom pan and fry the shallot, thyme and bay, scraping the crispy bits of the pan with a wooden spoon. Scatter over the flour and brown then splash in the brandy, sizzle for a minute, then add the red wine and boil to a purple paste. Pour in the mushroom soaking liquid, avoiding the gritty bits at the bottom, crumble in the stock cube and any juice from the resting beef and simmer for 5 mins until you have a tasty gravy, season to taste.
  • Using a very sharp knife carefully carve the wellington into six thick slices. You can trim the pastry ends and serve them separately. Serve on heated plates with a jug of gravy.
  • First soak the dried porcini in 400ml of kettle-hot water and set aside. Pat the beef fillet with kitchen paper to dry it of any blood then season with salt and then heavily with black pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan until very hot then spend 8-10 mins searing and turning the fillet with tongs until it's well browned on all sides. Hold it up to sear both ends as well. Set the beef aside on a tray to catch any juices and turn the heat off the pan but don't clean it.
  • Drain and squeeze out the dried porcini but reserve the juice and tip the porcini into a food processor with the other mushrooms and thyme. Season everything with salt and pepper and pulse until finely chopped but not completely smooth. Place the beef pan back on the heat with the butter and when it starts to sizzle add the shallot and cook for 2 mins until softened. Turn the heat up and tip in the mushrooms, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce and cook everything for 10-12 mins until you have a paste that comes away from the side of the pan. Tip into a bowl to cool, stir through the parmesan if using and set aside. Turn off the heat from the pan but don't clean it. The beef can be seared and the mushroom mixture can be made several hours in advance.
  • For the first stage of assembly get a large sheet of cling film and overlap the prosciutto slices on it in a row, tip the mushroom mix on top then cover with another sheet of cling film. Either with your hands or a rolling pin, pat it down or roll it out to a thin layer that just covers the prosciutto. Remove the top sheet of cling film and sit the fillet down the centre of the mushrooms. Using the edge of the cling film lift and roll the prosciutto and mushrooms to encase the beef then use the cling film to roll everything into a tight sausage. For the best results now place the sausage in the freezer for 30 mins to firm up - do not leave for longer of cooking times will be affected.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll the pastry to a rectangle a little larger than a magazine, trim the edges to neaten and save the trimmings. Lightly brush the pastry all over with beaten egg. Carefully unwrap the prosciutto parcel and lay in the middle of the pastry. Like wrapping a parcel or making a spring roll fold the shorter edges over the fillet then roll the whole thing around the fillet to encase. For a really neat finish get another clean sheet of cling film and roll the Wellington into a sausage tight sausage again. Place in the fridge and chill for at least 30 mins or up to a day.
  • Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7 with a sturdy, lightly oiled baking tray in it. Re-roll the pastry trimmings and use to make 6 leaves. Unwrap the wellington, brush all over with egg then decorate with the leaves. Brush the leaves with more egg. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and transfer, sealed side down to the heated baking tray. Bake the for 10 mins then reduce the heat of the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6 and continue to bake for 25 mins for rare meat, 30 mins for medium rare, 35 mins for medium and about 45 mins for well-done, making sure the pastry doesn't burn (you can cover it with foil if it starts to become too dark. Remove from the oven and leave for 10 mins to relax.
  • To make the gravy, heat the butter in the mushroom pan and fry the shallot, thyme and bay, scraping the crispy bits of the pan with a wooden spoon. Scatter over the flour and brown then splash in the brandy, sizzle for a minute, then add the red wine and boil to a purple paste. Pour in the mushroom soaking liquid, avoiding the gritty bits at the bottom, crumble in the stock cube and any juice from the resting beef and simmer for 5 mins until you have a tasty gravy, season to taste.
  • Using a very sharp knife carefully carve the wellington into six thick slices. You can trim the pastry ends and serve them separately. Serve on heated plates with a jug of gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 760 calories, Fat 47 grams fat, SaturatedFat 23 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 34.4 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1.5 grams sugar, Fiber 1.2 grams fiber, Protein 46.6 grams protein, Sodium 2.1 milligram of sodium

INDIVIDUAL BEEF WELLINGTONS



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Beef Wellington, the English dish of a large beef fillet wrapped in pastry, is a project, but the joy of this scaled-down version is that it's significantly easier to prepare. Pâté de foie gras and prosciutto are common ingredients in a traditional Wellington, but they're skipped here for a more balanced flavor profile. Just as common is a deeply caramelized mushroom and shallot mixture known as a duxelles, which lends a strong foundation of earthy umami; a little red wine and heavy cream add richness to it. These are excellent for making ahead: Just stop after Step 5, and store them covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours until you're ready to bake. Serve with roasted potatoes, green salad or wonderfully bitter radicchio.

Provided by Eric Kim

Categories     dinner, for two, steaks and chops, main course

Time 1h50m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 (5-ounce) filets mignons, each about 1 1/2 inches thick
Salt and black pepper
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
4 ounces cremini mushrooms, finely chopped (1 1/4 cups)
1 large shallot, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon herbes de Provence
1 teaspoon honey
1/4 cup medium-bodied, acidic red wine, such as cabernet franc or pinot noir
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed but still cold (half of a 17.3-ounce box)
1 large egg

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high and add 1 tablespoon oil. Generously season the filets mignons with salt and pepper, and sear until the surfaces on the top, bottom and rounded sides are no longer raw, about 2 minutes total. Transfer the steaks to a plate, reserving the oil in the skillet. Brush or spread the Dijon mustard all over each filet mignon and refrigerate until cool, about 15 minutes.
  • Turn the heat to medium-high, and add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet. Add the mushrooms and shallot, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until deeply browned and no longer watery, 10 to 12 minutes. Be patient: The mushrooms will first release some water; then, once that liquid evaporates, the vegetables will start to brown. If the vegetables are sticking before they can brown, lower the heat or add a little water to the pan.
  • When the mushrooms are deeply browned, reduce the heat to medium and stir in the herbes de Provence, honey, wine and cream. Let the liquids bubble up and reduce until the mixture is thick and jammy, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a small dish and refrigerate until cool.
  • To assemble the Wellingtons, cut the puff pastry sheet in half (it doesn't matter which direction). Use a rolling pin or empty wine bottle to evenly roll each sheet into an 1/8-inch-thick rectangle. Mount a filet mignon-size circle of the chilled mushroom mixture in the center of each rolled-out sheet, evenly dividing the mixture between the two pastry pieces. Top each mound of mushrooms with a filet mignon.
  • Carefully bring the edges of the puff pastry up and over the steaks, stretching the dough if needed to completely cover the meat. Twist the tops of the dough to seal the filling, as if you're making dumplings. You want an even, uniform layer of pastry, so trim any overlapping dough as you go. When the tops are nicely sealed, flip the Wellingtons over, seam side down, and transfer to a parchment-lined sheet pan. You can use your hands to gently tighten each Wellington into perfectly smooth spheres. Refrigerate to chill completely before baking, at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
  • Heat the oven to 425 degrees. In a small dish, whisk the egg until homogenous and, using a pastry brush or your fingers, evenly coat the entire outsides of the chilled Wellingtons with the egg. Bake until the pastry is golden brown, 17 to 20 minutes. The internal temperature of the steak should read 120 degrees for medium-rare (it will continue to cook as it rests).
  • Transfer the Wellingtons to serving plates. Let them rest for about 15 minutes before serving.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
  • Use High-Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the final dish. Use the best-quality beef tenderloin, puff pastry, and red wine that you can find.
  • Season Generously: Don't be afraid to season your beef tenderloin and red wine sauce generously. This will help to bring out the flavors of the dish.
  • Cook the Beef Tenderloin to Medium-Rare: This will ensure that the beef is tender and juicy. If you cook it past medium-rare, it will become dry and tough.
  • Let the Beef Tenderloin Rest: After cooking the beef tenderloin, let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.
  • Make the Red Wine Sauce Ahead of Time: The red wine sauce can be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to serve the dish. This will save you time and effort on the day of your dinner party.

Conclusion:

These individual beef Wellingtons are the perfect dish for a special occasion dinner party. They're elegant, delicious, and sure to impress your guests. With a little planning and effort, you can make this dish at home and enjoy a truly memorable meal.

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