What is so special about Beef Wellington?

It is a special cut of meat that is to be celebrated on. Beef Wellington is know to be a decadent meat with an AMAZING presentation. The combination of a thick, juicy beef tenderloin, special duxelles and prosciutto all wrapped in a pastry shell is pure heaven.

How would you describe Beef Wellington?

Beef Wellington is a fillet of beef coated with pâté and duxelles, a sautéed mince of mushrooms, shallots, and herbs. The dressed fillet is then wrapped, baked, and served in a showy puff pastry crust.

What is it called Beef Wellington?

The Duke of Wellington It is generally agreed that the dish was created in celebration of the first Duke of Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, and his victory at the Battle of Waterloo on June 18 1815. Such an iconic character needed immortalising, so (naturally) they named a pastry ensconced beef dish after him.

What does Wellington mean in cooking?

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The term “Wellington,” in the kitchen, usually refers to beef Wellington, a dish where meat is coated in pâté and/or duxelles (a mixture of herby, finely chopped mushrooms) and then wrapped in a pastry crust. The pastry can be made in a large size, then sliced for individual servings, or made as individual portions.

What should be served with Beef Wellington?

Broccoli is an excellent side to serve Beef Wellington, whether you steam, sauté or roast it. Brussels sprouts flavored with olive oil, sea salt, pepper and a light sprinkling of Asiago cheese can be a tasty choice.

How do you make Beef Wellington?

Beef Wellington is made by searing the beef, spreading the duxelles and pâté on the pastry, placing the seared, cooled slice of beef on a square of pastry, covering with a second square of pastry, and sealing with an egg wash before baking in the oven. Aside from the deliciousness of it,…

What to drink with Beef Wellington?

Beef Wellington will go well with old classic wines such as Burgundy (Red), Bordeaux (Red) or simple classics, viz., Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah, or Zinfandel.

What temperature to cook Beef Wellington?

Put the Wellington in the oven and immediately reduce the temperature to 425°F. Roast for 10 minutes, then reduce the heat to 400°F and roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the Wellington registers 135°F for medium rare, 20 to 25 minutes.