🥩 Creamed Chipped Beef on Toast 😍

Ingredients:

• 8 oz dried beef, thinly sliced
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 3 cups whole milk
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp onion powder
• ¼ tsp paprika
• Pinch of cayenne pepper, optional
• 4–6 slices toasted white bread
• Fresh parsley, optional

Method:

1. Tear or cut the dried beef into bite-sized pieces. If it’s very salty, rinse it briefly under cold water and pat dry.
2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the dried beef and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Sprinkle in the flour and stir constantly for about 1 minute to make a smooth roux.
5. Slowly pour in the milk while whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
6. Add black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne if using.
7. Cook for 5–8 minutes, stirring frequently, until the gravy is thick and creamy.
8. Taste before adding salt—the dried beef is usually salty enough.
9. Spoon the creamy chipped beef generously over hot, buttered toast.
10. Garnish with a little fresh parsley and serve immediately.

🍞 Classic comfort food: creamy, savory chipped beef over crisp golden toast, perfect for breakfast or a hearty lunch!