Description
A classic dish that combines tender beef fillet with savory mushroom duxelles, wrapped in flaky puff pastry for a stunning presentation.
Ingredients
- 1 beef fillet (about 2 lbs)
- 2 cups mushrooms, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 8 slices of prosciutto
- 1 package of puff pastry
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the beef fillet with salt and pepper. In a hot pan, sear the beef on all sides in olive oil, then let it cool.
- In the same pan, add chopped mushrooms and sauté until moisture evaporates and mushrooms are dry. Season with salt, pepper, and fresh thyme. Let cool.
- Brush the cooled beef with Dijon mustard.
- Lay prosciutto slices on a sheet of plastic wrap, slightly overlapping. Spread the mushroom mixture over the prosciutto.
- Place the beef on top, and roll it tightly in the plastic wrap. Chill for 15 minutes.
- Roll out the puff pastry; remove the beef from plastic wrap and place it in the center of the pastry. Wrap and seal the edges.
- Brush the pastry with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown and the beef is cooked to desired doneness.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Ensure mushrooms are completely dry to prevent soggy pastry. Choose high-quality beef for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg