Advertisement Feature: A healthy classic

There’s no need to miss out on your favourite dishes with tasty, healthy recipes incorporating Benecol® foods, says Claire Sharp

Beef Wellington is often seen as a hearty dish made from rich, indulgent ingredients. If you’re concerned about your cholesterol levels you might think this dish is off the menu, but what if there was a modern, leaner version so you can still enjoy your favourite classic meal — the healthier way?

This recipe uses Benecol Olive Spread and filo pastry, which contains less fat than other pastries. Like all Benecol foods, the Olive Spread contains plant stanols which are proven to lower cholesterol*. Here it’s combined with beef fillet, earthy mushrooms, thyme, garlic and a dash of Marsala.

This dish is a favourite of Marcus Bean, a finalist on Channel 4’s Iron Chef UK and chef-patron at the New Inn near Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Like many modern chefs, he strives to create food that’s both delicious and healthy.