Description
Creamed chipped beef on toast delivers classic comfort from American home kitchens. Military personnel and home cooks appreciate this simple, hearty dish that satisfies with savory beef and rich, creamy sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 8 oz jar of dried beef, finely chopped
- 1 ½ cups (360 ml) whole milk, warm
- 2 tbsps unsalted butter
- 2 tbsps all-purpose flour
- 1 small pinch cayenne pepper
- Bread (toasted)
Instructions
- Melt unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over low heat until completely liquefied.
- Whisk all-purpose flour into the melted butter, creating a smooth, pale roux that forms the base of the sauce.
- Gradually stream warm whole milk into the roux, stirring continuously to prevent clumping and ensure a silky texture.
- Increase heat to medium-high, constantly stirring the sauce until it thickens to a rich, creamy consistency, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- Introduce finely chopped dried beef and a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce, stirring to distribute evenly and heat the meat thoroughly.
- Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the beef to warm completely.
- Toast bread slices until golden brown and crisp.
- Generously spoon the creamy beef mixture over the toasted bread, ensuring an even distribution of sauce and meat.
- Serve immediately while the sauce is hot and the toast remains crisp.
Notes
- Choose low-sodium dried beef to control salt levels and create a healthier version of this classic comfort dish.
- Use gluten-free flour and bread alternatives to transform this recipe into a celiac-friendly meal that everyone can enjoy.
- Consider adding sautéed mushrooms or diced onions for extra depth of flavor and a nutritional boost to the traditional recipe.
- Create a lighter version by using half milk and half chicken broth, which reduces calories while maintaining a creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1800 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg