Poor Man's Beef Wellington (Emeril Lagasse) Recipe

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Poor Man's Beef Wellington (Emeril Lagasse)
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Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. In a large skillet, cook the beef, stirring, over high heat until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Add the onions, garlic, Essence, crushed red pepper and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and cook, stirring, until the onions are soft and lightly caramelized, about 7 minutes. Add the tomato paste and heavy cream and cook until the cream is evaporated, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and spread on a plate to cool.
  3. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms, thyme, Worcestershire and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring often, until most of the liquid has evaporated, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and spread on a plate to cool.
  4. In a small bowl, beat the egg and water to make an egg wash.
  5. On a lightly floured surface, 1 at a time, roll the puff pastry sheets to an 1/8-inch thickness, about 11 inches square. Cut each sheet into 2 rectangles. Spread 1/4 of the cooled mashed potatoes along the lower third of the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border on 3 sides. Top with the beef and the mushrooms, then sprinkle the Gouda cubes over the top. Brush the sides with egg wash and fold the pastry over the filling to completely enclose. Press to seal the edges and with the tines of a fork, press to seal tightly. Transfer to a large baking sheet and paint with the egg wash. Cut 5 small steam vents in the top of the pastry. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
  6. Bake until starting to turn golden brown, 15 to 16 minutes. Sprinkle the top with the cheese and bake until the pastry is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 4 minutes.
  7. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Transfer to a large serving platter, slice and serve hot.
  8. Mashed Potatoes
  9. 3/4 pound Idaho potatoes, peeled and cut into large dice
  10. 3/4 teaspoon salt
  11. 6 tablespoons heavy cream
  12. 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  13. 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
  14. 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
  15. In a medium saucepan, combine the potatoes, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil and cook until just fork tender, about 12 minutes. Remove from the heat and drain. Return to the pan and cook for 1 minute, mashing with a potato masher or heavy whisk over medium heat. Add the cream, butter, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper and mash until smooth. Mix in the parsley.
  16. Remove from the heat and spread on a plate to cool for the Wellingtons. (Note: the potatoes can be made in advance and refrigerated until ready to use in the other recipe.)
  17. Essence:
  18. 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
  19. 2 tablespoons salt
  20. 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  21. 1 tablespoon black pepper
  22. 1 tablespoon onion powder
  23. 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  24. 1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
  25. 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  26. Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
  27. Yields: about 2/3 cup
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 339.8 Kcal (1423 kJ)
Calories from fat 234.54 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 26.06g 40%
Cholesterol 86.58mg 29%
Sodium 518.97mg 22%
Potassium 297.66mg 6%
Total Carbs 9.45g 3%
Sugars 1.24g 5%
Dietary Fiber 1.3g 5%
Protein 17.15g 34%
Vitamin C 2.6mg 4%
Iron 1.5mg 8%
Calcium 198.1mg 20%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 216.28 Kcal (906 kJ)
Calories from fat 149.28 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16.59g 40%
Cholesterol 55.11mg 29%
Sodium 330.33mg 22%
Potassium 189.46mg 6%
Total Carbs 6.01g 3%
Sugars 0.79g 5%
Dietary Fiber 0.82g 5%
Protein 10.92g 34%
Vitamin C 1.6mg 4%
Iron 0.9mg 8%
Calcium 126.1mg 20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 8.7
    Points
  • 9
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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