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Creamed Chipped Beef on Toast

This chipped beef recipe is straight from my mom. We called it SOS (Same Ole Stuff), and it's great comfort food! It's easy to make and tastes great with a cold beer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 743.4 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Medium Saucepan
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • 1 Toaster or broiler for bread
  • 1 Cutting Board and Chef's Knife for preparing dried beef if not pre-chopped

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups warm milk
  • 1 8 ounce jar dried beef, chopped
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • bread toasted

Instructions
 

  • Gather all ingredients. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Add flour and whisk until smooth. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Add milk a little at a time, whisking well after each addition. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook, stirring, until thickened. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Stir in beef and cayenne; cook until warmed through. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Serve over toast. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

Notes

For a lump-free sauce, ensure your roux cooks for a minute or two to eliminate raw flour taste, but don't let it brown. Gradually add warm milk while whisking vigorously to create a silky, smooth béchamel. Consider a pinch of freshly ground black pepper or a dash of Worcestershire for added depth. If the dried beef is very salty, a quick rinse under cold water and pat dry can help balance the flavor. Serve immediately over sturdy, well-toasted bread or even crisp potato hash for a delightful comfort meal. Garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley for color and a hint of freshness.