A Beef Wellington recipe by Mary Berry
This Beef Wellington recipe from Mary Berry's Complete Cookbook can be made in one large serving or several individual servings. Inside a puff pastry case is a succulent piece of prime beef and a rich stuffing of liver pâté and mushrooms. The pastry locks in all the juices and ensures none of the wonderful flavours are lost. Serve with a mushroom and red wine gravy.
When cooking a Sunday roast, there are few dishes as elegant or impressive as a Beef Wellington. They look sensational, require a lot of skill to make and taste rich. Don't be daunted by their reputation – with the right guidance, you can master this classic British dish.
Mushroom gravy
Melt 30 g (1 oz) butter in a saucepan. Add 1 finely chopped shallot and cook for 2 minutes until softened. Add 250 g (8 oz) sliced mushrooms and cook gently for 5 minutes. Pour in 300 ml (1/2 pint) beef stock, and simmer for about 5 minutes. Add 1 tbsp chopped parsley, 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme, and salt and black pepper to taste
