Honestly? Because it’s a special occasion food. The price tag alone screams “treat yo’ self.” We’re talking about £20 to £30 for a two-person version, depending on the year.
But here’s the thing. You spend that on a mediocre takeaway on a lazy Friday. So why not spend it on a dinner that makes you look like a professional chef with zero effort?
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You just take it out of the box, put it on a tray, and bake. The hardest part is remembering to preheat the oven. Don’t forget that bit, or you’ll be having a cold Wellington. Tragic.
The Cooking Drama (It’s Minimal)
The instructions are surprisingly simple. Usually something like: “Oven at 200°C, bake for 50 minutes, rest for 10.” That’s it.
But let’s talk about the resting time. This is when the magic happens. Don’t you dare slice into that pastry beast the second it comes out. Wait. Let the juices settle. It’s like letting a good wine breathe.
If you slice too early, you’ll get a bloody puddle on the board. And nobody wants a Wellington swimming in its own juices. That’s just sad.
