Creamed Chipped Beef on Toast

Rich, savory, and wonderfully old-fashioned.

Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 10 mins | Servings: 4

📝 Ingredients

• 4 tbsp unsalted butter

• 4 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 3 cups whole milk

• 4 jars (2.5 oz each) dried beef, chopped

• 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

• Salt, to taste

• Toasted bread (white, wheat, sourdough, or your choice)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Melt the Butter

• In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

2️⃣ Make the Roux

• Sprinkle flour into the butter.

• Whisk for about 1 minute to cook off the raw flour taste.

3️⃣ Add the Milk

• Slowly pour in milk, whisking constantly.

• Simmer for about 5 minutes, until sauce thickens.

4️⃣ Add the Beef

Stir in chopped dried beef and black pepper.

• Cook for 2 minutes more, until heated through.

5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy

• Spoon the creamy mixture generously over toasted bread.

• Add extra pepper if desired.

💡 Tips & Variations

• Less Salt: Rinse dried beef in warm water and pat dry before chopping to reduce saltiness.

• Extra Flavor: Add a pinch of garlic powder, paprika, or cayenne for a kick.

• Serving Ideas: Try over biscuits, baked potatoes, or English muffins.

If you’d like, I can also make you a one-pan, baked version so you can prep it ahead for a crowd. Would you like me to do that?