Amazing Ground Beef Wellington : A Budget-Friendly Twist on a Classic Recipe
This Amazing Ground Beef Wellington recipe offers a budget-friendly twist on the classic Beef Wellington, featuring savory ground beef wrapped in flaky puff pastry with melted provolone cheese. Easy to prepare and perfect for a comforting dinner, this recipe showcases a delicious blend of beef, spices, and buttery pastry baked to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
Beef Filling
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, beaten (for binding)
Pastry & Cheese
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 8 slices provolone cheese (or Swiss)
Egg Wash
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon water
Optional Garnish
- Fresh parsley or thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix the filling: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, finely chopped onion, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, breadcrumbs, and the beaten egg. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Divide and shape: Form the beef mixture into 8 equal-sized patties, flattening them slightly to fit the pastry squares. Place a slice of provolone cheese on top of each patty.
- Prepare puff pastry: Unroll thawed puff pastry sheets and cut each sheet into 4 equal squares, resulting in 8 squares total. Position one beef patty with cheese in the center of each square.
- Wrap: Fold the corners of the pastry up and over the beef, sealing tightly to encase the filling completely. Place each wrapped patty seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Egg wash: Whisk together the egg yolk and water, then brush this mixture over the tops of the puff pastry parcels to help achieve a glossy, golden-brown finish.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the pastry is deeply golden and the beef is cooked through.
- Serve: Let the beef Wellingtons rest briefly after baking, then garnish with fresh parsley or thyme before serving warm for a delicious meal.
Notes
- Keep puff pastry cold before assembling to ensure it puffs properly during baking.
- Do not overfill the pastry, as this may cause it to burst during baking.
- Use parchment paper when baking to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Brush the pastries generously with egg wash for a beautiful golden color and shine.
- Allow the Wellingtons to rest for about 5 minutes before serving to let the juices redistribute for a juicy filling.
- Avoid skipping the egg wash to ensure even browning.
- Ensure beef patties are cooked through to prevent undercooked centers.
- Avoid rolling pastry too thin to prevent tearing and leakage during baking.
- Do not overcrowd the baking sheet to allow proper puffing of the pastry.
- Always fully thaw puff pastry before assembling for easiest handling.
