Here’s a classic recipe for Chipped Beef on Toast—sometimes called “S.O.S.” (Sh*t on a Shingle) in military slang—a creamy, savory comfort food that’s simple and nostalgic 🥖🥩✨
Chipped Beef on Toast
Ingredients (Serves 4)
-
4 oz (115 g) dried salted beef or “chipped beef” (thinly sliced)
-
2 tbsp unsalted butter
-
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
-
2 cups (480 ml) milk
-
¼ tsp black pepper
-
Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
-
4 slices of bread, toasted
Instructions
-
Prepare the beef
-
Rinse dried beef briefly under cold water to remove excess salt, then pat dry and chop into small pieces.
-
-
Make the cream sauce
-
In a medium skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
-
Stir in flour and cook 1–2 minutes to make a roux.
-
Slowly whisk in milk to prevent lumps. Cook until thickened, about 3–5 minutes.
-
-
Add beef and season
-
Stir in chopped beef.
-
Add black pepper and optional nutmeg. Cook another 2–3 minutes until heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning (the beef is salty, so be careful with extra salt).
-
-
Assemble
-
Spoon the creamy beef mixture over toasted bread slices. Serve immediately.
-
Tips
-
Quick tip: Use milk at room temperature to prevent lumps in the sauce.
-
Variations: Add sautéed onions or mushrooms for extra flavor.
-
Serving ideas: Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a nostalgic lunch.
-
Storage: The sauce can be made ahead and reheated; add a splash of milk if it thickens too much.
If you want, I can also give a “one-skillet quick version” that’s ready in under 15 minutes—perfect for a fast comfort-food fix.
Do you want me to do that?