Beef Wellington with Garlic Cheese Sauce and Vegetable Side

Beef Wellington is a classic dish that combines savory ground beef filling wrapped in a golden, flaky puff pastry. This version is enhanced with a rich and creamy garlic cheese sauce and served with a fresh vegetable side, making it a perfect meal for special occasions or family gatherings. The tender ground beef mixture, combined with the crispy pastry, creates an indulgent and satisfying meal. The garlic cheese sauce adds a creamy richness, while the vegetable side provides a nice, tangy contrast to balance the flavors.

Preparation Time

Preparation time: 40 minutes
Cooking time: 45 minutes
Total time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Ingredients

For the Ground Beef Filling:

500g ground beef
2 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika powder
1 teaspoon ground dried garlic
70g breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons tomato sauce
1 onion, finely chopped
A handful of dill and parsley, finely chopped
1 red pepper, finely chopped
For the Pastry and Assembly:

450g puff pastry (without yeast)
1 egg (for egg wash)
For the Garlic Cheese Sauce:

100g cheese, grated
100g butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
½ teaspoon dry ground garlic
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
For the Vegetable Side:

½ onion, finely chopped
1 carrot, grated
2 pickles, thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons sour cream
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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