A hearty meal, made with thinly sliced dried beef in a rich, creamy sauce, evoking feelings of warmth and nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk (whole milk recommended for creaminess)
8 ounces chipped beef (dried beef, rinsed and chopped)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
4 slices of bread (your choice, but white or whole grain works well; for a gourmet twist, consider sourdough or rye)
Butter for spreading on the bread (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the chipped beef under cold water to remove excess salt. Pat dry and chop into small pieces.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the flour, whisking constantly for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture bubbles and turns a light golden color.
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking to prevent lumps from forming. Continue stirring until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the chopped chipped beef and Worcestershire sauce, simmer for another 3-4 minutes, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
While the sauce is simmering, toast the bread slices to your desired crispness.
Once the beef sauce is ready and the bread is toasted, serve the creamed chipped beef generously over the toast.
