🥄 Ingredients
Here’s everything you’ll need to whip up this classic dish:
Ingredient Amount
Dried chipped beef 4 ounces
Unsalted butter 1/4 cup
All-purpose flour 1/4 cup
Whole milk 2 cups
Ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon
Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon
Bread, toasted As needed
Fresh parsley (optional) For garnish
👨🍳 Instructions
Prep the Beef:
Rinse the dried chipped beef under cold water to cut down on the saltiness. Pat dry with paper towels, then slice into small bite-sized strips or pieces.
Cook the Beef:
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chipped beef and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant and slightly browned.
Make the Roux:
Sprinkle the flour over the beef-butter mixture. Stir continuously for a minute or two to form a smooth roux.
Add the Milk:
Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Keep the heat moderate and stir until the mixture becomes thick and creamy.
Season the Sauce:
Stir in the black pepper and Worcestershire sauce. Let the mixture simmer for another couple of minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Toast the Bread:
While the sauce thickens, toast your bread slices to golden perfection.
Serve It Up:
Place the toast on plates and ladle the creamy chipped beef generously over the top. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if you like.
🍽️ Final Notes
Rich, filling, and loaded with nostalgia, Creamed Chipped Beef on Toast is the kind of dish that sticks to your ribs and brings a little warmth to the day. Whether you’re revisiting childhood memories or discovering this dish for the first time, it’s sure to become a go-to comfort food favorite.
