Beef Wellington has a way of stopping you in your tracks. The crackle of puff pastry, the deep scent of seared beef, the earthy punch of mushrooms cooking down to a dark paste—your senses know they’re ...

Apparently a favourite of the eponymous duke, this dish of beef in pastry remains a crowd-pleaser — although how best to avoid the dreaded soggy bottom is a matter of debate. Popular in the decades ...