Beer & Stilton Stuffed Beef Wellington

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 18
Beer & Stilton Stuffed Beef Wellington – A Classic Dish with a Twist
in Main

Prep

25 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

2 filet mignon
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper
1 pinch garlic powder
1 teaspoon butter
2 garlic cloves , minced
1 shallot , minced
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 cup beer , preferably a sweet strong ale
1/4 cup blue cheese , preferably stilton
1/2 sheet puff pastry , thawed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
975
Sugar
5g
Fat
55g
Beef Wellington is considered a classic dish, typically made with beef filet that is wrapped in puff pastry and baked in the oven. The dish is named after Arthur Wellesley, the Duke of Wellington, who had a penchant for beef, mushrooms, truffles, Madeira wine, and pâté. However, this recipe adds a unique twist to the traditional preparation by adding some beer and Stilton cheese stuffing into the mix. This helps give the dish a new dimension of flavors, which will certainly tantalize your taste buds. It’s a dish that is ideal for special occasions such as weddings, anniversaries, or simply a dinner party where you want to dazzle your guests with culinary creativity.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2.Sprinkle salt, pepper, and garlic powder over the filet mignon and rub it in evenly.
3.In a pan, heat up the butter and sauté minced garlic and shallots until fragrant.
4.Add beer into the pan and cook on low heat until the volume of the liquid has reduced by half.
5.Mash Stilton cheese and add into the pan, cook until the cheese has melted. Set aside.
6.Roll out puff pastry sheet and cut it into two rectangles.
7.Spread the beer and Stilton sauce on top of the pastry and place the filet mignon on it.
8.Wrap the pastry around the beef and seal it tightly.
9.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden and crispy. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

This dish is a perfect choice for any special occasion, it is sophisticated and full of flavor.

The beer and Stilton stuffing adds unique and interesting flavors to the traditional beef Wellington.

It is a practical and creative way to use puff pastry in a flavorful and savory dish.

CONS

It can be a bit challenging to wrap the beef in the pastry to get the desired texture and appearance.

Beef Wellington is a rich meal, this filling dish may not be the best option for those watching their calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not one that is traditionally thought of as healthy, there are still some benefits to consider.
The beef in this recipe is a good source of protein and iron.
Stilton cheese is high in calcium and protein, which promotes bone health.
Consumption of beer has been associated with reducing risk factors for cardiovascular disease, however, moderation is key.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.