Mini Beef Wellington Bites (Printer-Friendly)

Tender beef and earthy mushroom filling wrapped in flaky, buttery puff pastry for elegant entertaining bites.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Beef

01 - 1 pound cubed beef tenderloin
02 - Salt, to taste
03 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Mushroom Duxelles

04 - 1 cup finely chopped cremini or button mushrooms
05 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Pastry and Finishing

10 - 1 package thawed puff pastry
11 - 1 beaten egg (for egg wash)
12 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
13 - Flour for dusting

→ Cooking Fats and Oils

14 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season beef cubes with salt and pepper. Sear each piece for 2-3 minutes per side until a golden crust forms. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
02 - In the same skillet, add mushrooms, shallots, and garlic. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mushrooms release moisture and the mixture turns golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in thyme and season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and let cool.
03 - Lightly dust a clean surface with flour. Roll the thawed puff pastry to approximately 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into uniform 3-inch squares.
04 - Place a spoonful of cooled mushroom duxelles onto each pastry square. Top with a seared beef cube and optionally brush with Dijon mustard. Fold the pastry over to form a pocket, sealing the edges by pressing with a fork.
05 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush each with beaten egg wash. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
06 - Allow bites to cool for a few minutes before serving warm for best texture and flavor.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - Searing beef quickly is essential to retain juiciness and develop a flavorful crust.
02 - Allow both mushroom duxelles and beef to cool before assembly to prevent soggy pastry.
03 - Refrigerate assembled but unbaked bites for 15 minutes to help maintain shape during baking.
04 - Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated up to 2 days; reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 8-10 minutes to preserve flakiness.

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