Here’s a classic recipe for Creamed Chipped Beef on Toast, a comforting, savory dish often called “SOS” (a military nickname!):
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 4 oz (≈115 g) dried or chipped beef, sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 slices of bread, toasted
- Optional: pinch of nutmeg or Worcestershire sauce for extra flavor
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef:
- Rinse dried beef under cold water to remove excess salt (optional).
- Pat dry and slice into small pieces.
- Make the Roux:
- In a medium skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in flour and cook 1–2 minutes until lightly golden.
- Add Milk:
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and thickened.
- Continue stirring to prevent lumps.
- Add Chipped Beef:
- Stir in the sliced beef and cook 3–5 minutes until heated through.
- Season with black pepper and a pinch of salt if needed (be careful—the beef is already salty).
- Optional: add a pinch of nutmeg or a splash of Worcestershire sauce for depth of flavor.
- Serve on Toast:
- Spoon the creamy beef mixture over toasted bread slices.
- Serve hot for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
💡 Tips
- For extra richness, use half-and-half instead of milk.
- Pair with a fried egg on top for a hearty breakfast twist.
- Use fresh herbs like parsley for garnish if desired.
If you want, I can also give a quick stovetop version that uses canned cream of mushroom soup for an even faster, creamy “SOS” breakfast.
Do you want that version?
