Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 8 ounces dried beef, sliced into thin strips (available in jars or packets at most grocery stores)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional for a bit of heat)
- 4 slices of bread, toasted
- Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dried Beef:
- Rinse the dried beef under cold water to remove some of the saltiness, then pat dry with paper towels. Slice the beef into thin strips or small pieces.
- Make the Roux:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Sprinkle in the flour and whisk continuously for about 1-2 minutes, until the mixture turns golden brown. This roux will thicken the sauce.
- Add Milk:
- Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Continue to cook and stir until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Beef:
- Add the sliced dried beef to the sauce, stirring to ensure the pieces are well coated. Allow the mixture to heat through for a couple of minutes. Season with freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of cayenne pepper, if using. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste, but be cautious with salt as the beef is already salty.
- Serve:
- Toast the bread slices until golden brown. Place the toast on plates and spoon the creamed chipped beef over the toast. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
- Enjoy:
- Serve your Creamed Chipped Beef on Toast hot, ideally with a side of fried or scrambled eggs for a traditional breakfast.
