Creamed Chipped Beef On Toast (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1/4 cup unsalted butter
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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2 cups whole milk
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
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8 ounces dried beef, sliced into thin strips
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8 slices white bread, toasted
# Instructions:
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Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the unsalted butter. Allow it to melt completely.
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Stir the all-purpose flour into the melted butter, whisking constantly until a smooth, thick roux forms.
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Gradually pour in the milk, whisking continuously. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and continue stirring until the sauce is smooth and thickened.
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Season the sauce generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to taste.
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Add the sliced dried beef to the skillet, stirring to coat. Warm through for 2 minutes, ensuring the beef is heated evenly in the sauce.
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Ladle the creamed chipped beef generously over slices of toasted bread. Serve immediately.
# Notes:
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If dried beef is very salty, soak briefly in water and pat dry before using to reduce sodium.