Brechfa Beef And Stilton Wellington

Brechfa Beef and Stilton Wellington is a classic dish from Carmarthenshire, Wales, featuring tender beef and rich Stilton cheese wrapped in flaky puff pastry. This elegant dish is perfect for a special occasion or a cozy dinner at home.

Gluten Free Adaptable Main Course Carmarthenshire Beef Stilton Wellington Puff Pastry
Brechfa Beef And Stilton Wellington

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds beef tenderloin
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup Stilton cheese, crumbled
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season the beef tenderloin with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef on all sides until browned. Remove from the skillet and let it cool.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion and garlic until softened. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  5. Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to a size large enough to wrap the beef.
  6. Sprinkle the crumbled Stilton cheese over the pastry, leaving space around the edges.
  7. Spread the sautéed onion and garlic over the cheese.
  8. Place the seared beef on top of the onion and garlic mixture.
  9. Wrap the puff pastry around the beef, sealing the edges. Brush the pastry with the beaten egg.
  10. Place the wrapped beef on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the beef reaches your desired level of doneness.
  11. Let the Wellington rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
25g

Supplies

Baking sheet Skillet

Tools

Knife Rolling pin

Serving suggestions

Serve the Brechfa Beef and Stilton Wellington with a side of roasted vegetables and a glass of red wine for an elegant meal.

Tips & tricks

For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free puff pastry and ensure all other ingredients are gluten-free. Adjust cooking time as needed.

Cost

$30