Got it — here’s the classic Creamed Chipped Beef on Toast (a.k.a. SOS in military slang). It’s a simple, old-school comfort dish.
🍞 Creamed Chipped Beef on Toast
Ingredients
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2 tbsp butter
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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2 cups whole milk (warm)
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1 jar (2.5 oz) dried beef, sliced into strips (or 6 oz deli chipped beef)
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¼ tsp black pepper (or to taste)
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Pinch of cayenne or paprika (optional, for a little kick)
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4–6 slices of toast (white, wheat, or Texas toast)
Instructions
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Make roux – In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until smooth and slightly golden.
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Add milk – Slowly whisk in warm milk, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens (about 5 minutes).
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Add beef – Stir in chipped beef strips. Cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through. Season with pepper (and cayenne or paprika if desired).
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Serve – Spoon over hot toast and enjoy immediately.
✨ Tips & Variations
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For extra creaminess, stir in a splash of heavy cream or half-and-half.
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Some people sauté the beef in butter first to bring out more flavor before adding to the sauce.
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Great over biscuits, English muffins, or even baked potatoes instead of toast.
Would you like me to also give you a from-scratch version with homemade dried beef substitute (if you can’t find jarred/deli chipped beef)?