Mushroom & Wild Herb Beef Wellington
A hearty, earthy take on Beef Wellington featuring wild mushrooms and a blend of fresh herbs, encased in buttery puff pastry for a showstopping dish. This french-inspired beef ready in about 170 minutes pairs beef tenderloin, wild mushrooms, small shallot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 710 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.75 lb beef tenderloin
- 9 oz wild mushrooms
- 2 small shallot
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp fresh chives
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1.5 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2.5 tsp Dijon mustard
- 6 slices prosciutto
- two 14-ounce sheets puff pastry
- 2.5 tsp kosher salt
- 1.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Step 1: Trim 1.75 lb beef tenderloin, season with 2.5 tsp kosher salt and 1.5 tsp black pepper, then pat dry thoroughly.
- Step 2: Finely chop 9 oz wild mushrooms (morel or oyster) and 2 small shallots. Melt 4 tbsp unsalted butter in a skillet over medium-high heat, add mushrooms and shallots, and cook for 10 minutes until deeply golden and moisture evaporates.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp fresh parsley, 1 tbsp fresh chives, 2.5 tsp Dijon mustard, and 1.5 tbsp all-purpose flour. Cook for 2 minutes until mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, then cool completely.
- Step 4: Preheat oven to 425°F. Unroll two puff pastry sheets and cut each into 10x8-inch rectangles. Layer 6 prosciutto slices on a work surface, overlapping slightly.
- Step 5: Spread cooled mushroom mixture over prosciutto, leaving 1-inch borders. Place beef tenderloin on top, then fold pastry over, sealing edges with egg wash (1 large egg beaten with 1 tbsp water).
- Step 6: Place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush with egg wash and cut small vents on top. Bake 28-30 minutes until pastry is golden brown and internal temperature reaches 120°F for rare.
- Step 7: Rest 20 minutes before slicing to ensure juicy, tender meat that holds its shape.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Mushroom & Wild Herb Beef Wellington take to make?
Total time is about 170 minutes (140 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Mushroom & Wild Herb Beef Wellington?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef tenderloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Mushroom & Wild Herb Beef Wellington?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Mushroom & Wild Herb Beef Wellington for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Mushroom & Wild Herb Beef Wellington?
French beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.