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Creamy Chipped Beef on Toast (Classic S.O.S. Recipe)

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Make this classic comfort food, Creamed Chipped Beef on Toast, often called S.O.S. This recipe delivers a rich, velvety white gravy with savory dried beef served over thick, buttery toast. It is a quick, hearty meal perfect for breakfast or a nostalgic dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk, warm
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 4 ounces dried chipped beef, chopped
  • 4 slices thick-cut bread, toasted
  • 1 tablespoon butter, for spreading on toast

Instructions

  1. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in the flour to create a roux. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Do not let the roux brown.
  3. Gradually pour in the warm milk while whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
  4. Continue to cook, stirring often, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5 to 7 minutes. This creates your velvety white sauce.
  5. Stir in the black pepper and salt. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Add the chopped dried chipped beef to the sauce. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the beef to heat through and absorb some flavor. Avoid overcooking, as the beef can become tough.
  7. While the sauce simmers, toast your bread until it is golden brown and sturdy.
  8. Spread 1 tablespoon of butter over each slice of hot toast.
  9. Spoon the creamy chipped beef mixture generously over the buttered toast. Serve immediately for a hearty breakfast or quick comfort dinner.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can substitute half of the milk with half-and-half or heavy cream.
  • If you prefer a less salty gravy, soak the chipped beef in warm water for 5 minutes, then drain and pat dry before adding it to the sauce.
  • This savory gravy over toast is also excellent served over biscuits or baked potatoes for a different take on this classic comfort food.

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