Beef Wellington with Homemade Rough Puff Pastry

Introduction: Beef Wellington is a classic, indulgent dish that’s perfect for special occasions. The rich and tender beef, often encased in a layer of pâté and mushrooms, is wrapped in flaky, golden puff pastry. Making this dish from scratch with homemade rough puff pastry adds a layer of elegance and flavor that will impress any guest. While it may take a bit of effort, the result is totally worth it!

Ingredients:

For the Beef Wellington:

500 grams ground beef

2 eggs

1 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

100 grams pâté (optional)

1/2 cup mushrooms, finely chopped (optional)

1 sheet of homemade rough puff pastry (see below for the recipe)

For the Homemade Rough Puff Pastry:

250 grams all-purpose flour

250 grams cold butter, cut into cubes

1/2 cup cold water

1/2 teaspoon salt

How to Make Beef Wellington with Homemade Rough Puff Pastry:

Prepare the Ground Beef: