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Easy Beef Wellington

A simplified version of the classic Beef Wellington with tender beef, mushroom duxelles, prosciutto, and flaky puff pastry.
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: British, Classic
Calories: 640
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb beef tenderloin center-cut
  • 1.5 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 12 oz mushrooms finely chopped
  • 1 shallot minced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme chopped
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 8 slices prosciutto
  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
  • 1 egg beaten

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Chef's knife

Method
 

  1. Season and sear beef on all sides; let cool.
  2. Cook mushrooms, shallot, and garlic until dry.
  3. Brush beef with Dijon mustard.
  4. Wrap beef with prosciutto and mushroom mixture.
  5. Chill wrapped beef for 15–20 minutes.
  6. Wrap in puff pastry and seal edges.
  7. Brush pastry with egg wash.
  8. Bake at 400°F until golden and cooked.
  9. Rest before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use a thermometer for best doneness.