Description
Classic Chipped Beef on Toast is a comforting, savory dish featuring tender dried beef simmered in a creamy, peppery white sauce served over toasted thick slices of bread. Perfect for a hearty breakfast or satisfying lunch, this recipe balances rich flavors with a smooth, velvety texture.
Ingredients
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Chipped Beef Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1-2 (2.25-oz) jars dried beef, roughly cut into ribbons
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt (optional)
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Pinch ground nutmeg
- 2 cups milk, at room temperature
To Serve
- 6 slices thick sliced bread
- Freshly minced parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Cook Beef: Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the dried beef ribbons and cook for 2-3 minutes until the beef darkens in color and starts to crisp slightly.
- Add Flour and Spices: Stir in the all-purpose flour, black pepper, salt, cayenne pepper, and ground nutmeg. Cook the mixture for about 2 minutes until it turns golden and releases a fragrant aroma, creating a roux that will thicken the sauce.
- Whisk in Milk and Simmer: Gradually whisk in the room temperature milk, stirring continuously for about 5 minutes until the sauce begins to simmer and thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove the skillet from heat once the desired consistency is reached.
- Toast Bread: Toast the thick slices of bread until they are golden and crisp.
- Assemble and Serve: Place 1-2 slices of the toasted bread on a plate and generously spoon the creamed chipped beef gravy over the top. Garnish with freshly minced parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Leftovers: Transfer leftover creamed chipped beef to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Optional: Double the amount of dried beef for a meatier sauce experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1 slice of toast with creamed chipped beef)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
