Gourmet Beef Wellington
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Preheat the oven to 220°C/425°F/gas mark 7.
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Season the beef tenderloin with salt and pepper.
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In a large frying pan, heat the oil over high heat. Sear the beef tenderloin on all sides until browned.
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Remove the beef from the frying pan and let it rest for 10 minutes.
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In the same frying pan, sauté the mushrooms, garlic, and shallots until the mushrooms release their liquid and it has evaporated.
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Add the red wine and cook until it has reduced by half. Remove from the heat and let it cool for 10 minutes.
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Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and place the beef tenderloin in the center.
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Spread the mushroom mixture over the top and fold the pastry over the beef, sealing the edges.
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Place the beef Wellington on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Brush the top of the pastry with the beaten egg.
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Bake the beef Wellington for 35-40 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the internal temperature of the beef reaches 57°C for medium-rare.
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Let the beef Wellington rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.