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?