Worgen's Midnight Beef Wellington

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A luxurious dish featuring tender beef tenderloin wrapped in flaky puff pastry with a mushroom duxelles, inspired by the elegance of Azeroth's noble families. This french-inspired beef ready in about 70 minutes pairs beef tenderloin, puff pastry sheets, finely chopped mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 580 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.

★ 3.9 (9 ratings) Prep: 40 min Cook: 30 min Serves 6 French cuisine 580 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat beef tenderloin dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear beef for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove from heat and let rest.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, melt remaining 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add 2 minced shallots and cook for 2 minutes until softened. Stir in 8 oz finely chopped mushrooms and cook for 8 minutes until all liquid evaporates.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tbsp all-purpose flour, and 1/4 cup white wine. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until mixture thickens into a duxelles. Let cool completely.
  4. Step 4: Unfold one sheet of puff pastry and place beef tenderloin in the center. Spread cooled mushroom duxelles evenly over the beef. Wrap the beef tightly with the pastry, sealing edges with egg wash.
  5. Step 5: Place wrapped beef seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush with egg wash and score the top with a knife. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes until pastry is golden brown and internal temperature reaches 125°F for medium-rare. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Worgen's Midnight Beef Wellington take to make?

Total time is about 70 minutes (40 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 Worgen's Midnight 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 Worgen's Midnight 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 Worgen's Midnight 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 Worgen's Midnight 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.

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