Creamed Chipped Beef on Toast Recipe
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Dried Chipped Beef | 4 ounces |
Unsalted Butter | 1/4 cup |
All-Purpose Flour | 1/4 cup |
Whole Milk | 2 cups |
Black Pepper | 1/4 teaspoon |
Worcestershire Sauce | 1 teaspoon |
Toast (white, sourdough, etc.) | As needed (4-6 slices) |
Fresh Parsley (optional) | For garnish |
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Rinse and Chop the Beef
Rinse the dried chipped beef under cold water to remove excess salt. Pat dry with paper towels and cut into small bite-sized pieces. -
Sauté the Beef
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped beef and sauté for 1–2 minutes until it’s just beginning to brown and release a savory aroma. -
Create the Roux
Sprinkle the flour over the beef and butter mixture. Stir continuously to form a smooth paste. This roux is the foundation for your creamy sauce. -
Add the Milk Slowly
Gradually pour in the milk while stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Keep stirring until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken. -
Season and Simmer
Add black pepper and Worcestershire sauce. Continue to cook the mixture, stirring often, until it reaches a rich, creamy consistency that clings to the back of a spoon. -
Toast the Bread
While the sauce simmers, toast your bread slices until golden and crispy. You can use white bread, sourdough, or even biscuits for a Southern twist. -
Assemble and Serve
Lay the toast on plates and ladle the hot creamed chipped beef generously over the top. If desired, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for color and a hint of freshness.