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Creamed Chipped Beef on Toast (SOS)

A classic American comfort food with creamy, peppery beef served over toasted bread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American, Comfort
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz dried chipped beef
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk whole or 2%
  • 0.5 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 4 slices bread toasted
  • Optional garnish chopped parsley or chives

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Toaster or Oven

Method
 

  1. Toast the bread slices until golden brown and keep warm.
  2. Optional: rinse the dried chipped beef under cold water and pat dry to reduce saltiness.
  3. Cook the beef in a skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until slightly crisp. Remove and set aside.
  4. Melt butter in the skillet and whisk in flour to create a roux, cooking 1–2 minutes.
  5. Gradually add milk while whisking until the sauce thickens, about 4–5 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
  7. Chop the cooked beef if desired and fold into the sauce. Simmer 2 minutes.
  8. Spoon the beef mixture over toasted bread slices, garnish with parsley or chives, and serve immediately.

Notes

For a richer sauce, use half-and-half or whole milk. Adjust pepper for desired spice level.