Cheesy Ground Beef Wellington with Puff Pastry

Ingredients

For the Meat Filling:

• Ground beef: 10.5 oz (300g)
• Onions: 2 medium, finely chopped
• Carrot: 1 large, grated
• Rice: 7 oz (200g)
• White cabbage: 7 oz (200g), finely shredded
• Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
• Fresh dill and parsley: 1 bunch each, chopped
• Eggs: 2 large
• All-purpose flour: 2.5 oz (70g)
• Tomato sauce: 2 tablespoons
• Salt: 1½ teaspoons (divided)
• Black pepper: 1 teaspoon (divided)
• Paprika powder: 1 teaspoon
• Butter: 3.5 oz (100g)
• Olive oil: 3 tablespoons

For the Pastry:

• Yeast-free puff pastry: 16 oz (450g)
• Egg wash: 1 large egg, beaten
• Cheese: 3.5 oz (100g), sliced

For the Sauce:

• Mayonnaise: 3 tablespoons
• Pickles: 5 medium, finely diced
• Garlic: 1 clove, minced
• Tomato sauce: 2 tablespoons
• Sugar: 1 teaspoon
• Salt: ½ teaspoon

Instructions

1. Prepare the Rice

• Cook rice according to package instructions
• Let cool completely

1. Make the Filling

• Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet
• Sauté onions and carrots until soft
• Add ground beef, cook until browned
• Mix in cabbage, garlic, and seasonings
• Stir in cooked rice and herbs
• Add eggs and flour, mix well
• Cool completely

1. Assemble the Roll

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
• Roll out puff pastry into rectangle
• Spread meat mixture evenly
• Layer cheese slices
• Roll tightly, seal edges with egg wash
• Place seam-side down on baking sheet

1. Bake

• Brush entire roll with egg wash
• Score top diagonally
• Bake 35-40 minutes until golden brown

1. Make the Sauce

• Combine all sauce ingredients
• Chill until serving

Timing

• Prep Time: 40 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
• Servings: 8-10

Nutritional Information

(Per serving)

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Fat: 28g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sodium: 520mg

Tips and Tricks

1. Ensure filling is completely cool before assembly
2. Keep puff pastry chilled until ready to use
3. Score pastry for even baking and presentation
4. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing
5. Use sharp knife for clean cuts

Variations

• Use ground turkey or chicken
• Add mushrooms to filling
• Try different cheese varieties
• Add spinach or other vegetables
• Make individual sized rolls

Common FAQs

Q: Can I make this ahead?
A: Yes! Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.

Q: Why is my pastry soggy?
A: Ensure filling is cool and not too wet before assembly.

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Q: Can I freeze this?
A: Yes, freeze unbaked up to 3 months.

Q: How do I reheat leftovers?
A: In oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.

Storage and Make-Ahead Tips

• Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days
• Freeze unbaked up to 3 months
• Freeze baked up to 2 months
• Always reheat in oven for crispy pastry
• Store sauce separately for up to 5 days

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