Cream Dried Beef Over Toast (SOS)
Creamy, salty, and comforting! This classic cream-dried beef over toast (SOS) is made with dried beef, a simple roux, whole milk, and a touch of nutmeg. Perfect for busy mornings or quick dinners.
Ingredients
- 6 oz dried beef chopped
- 6 Tbsp butter
- 6 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 4 cups whole milk
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Pinch nutmeg
- Optional: paprika or cayenne
- Optional: parsley
- 4 slices bread toasted
Instructions
- Roughly chop the dried beef into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped dried beef and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and lightly browned around the edges.
- Sprinkle the flour over the dried beef and stir continuously for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste and form a roux.
- Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly as you add it to create a smooth gravy without lumps.
- Continue cooking over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the gravy thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 5 to 8 minutes.
- Stir in the freshly grated nutmeg and freshly ground black pepper to taste. The nutmeg adds a subtle warmth and depth of flavor that enhances the creamy gravy without overpowering the savory dried beef.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to come together.
- Spoon the creamed dried beef generously over warm toasted bread and serve immediately.
Notes
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Notes
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- Dried beef is naturally salty, so taste before adding any additional salt.
- Whole milk creates the richest gravy, but 2% milk may be substituted.
- If the gravy becomes too thick, whisk in a splash of milk until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Serve over toast, biscuits, English muffins, or even home fries for a delicious variation.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 393kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 18gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 63mgSodium: 745mgPotassium: 452mgFiber: 1gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 614IUVitamin C: 0.04mgCalcium: 234mgIron: 3mg
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