Description
A delicious twist on the classic Beef Wellington, this Minced Beef Wellington features flavorful minced beef wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for a special dinner or a cozy family meal.
Ingredients
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For the Beef Filling:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, finely grated
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 pound (450 g) minced beef
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Assembly:
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Sauté vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Cook until softened.
- Add beef and seasonings: Stir in thyme and rosemary, then add minced beef. Cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Simmer beef mixture: Add tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth. Simmer until thickened.
- Assemble Wellington: Roll out puff pastry, place beef mixture inside, fold over, and seal edges. Brush with egg wash.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and puffed.
- Rest and serve: Let rest before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure the beef mixture is cooled before assembling to avoid a soggy pastry.
- This dish can be prepared in advance and refrigerated before baking.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, green beans, or a rich gravy for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 430 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
