Creamed Chipped Beef

 Ingredients:

• 8 oz dried chipped beef, sliced into small pieces

• 4 tbsp butter

• 4 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 2 cups whole milk

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ¼ tsp garlic powder

• ¼ tsp onion powder

• Salt, to taste

• ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)

• Toasted bread, for serving

• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Method:

1. Rinse the chipped beef under cold water to remove some of the excess salt. Pat dry and slice into bite-sized pieces.

2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk constantly for 1–2 minutes to make a smooth roux.

3. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Cook for 4–6 minutes, stirring often, until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.

4. Add the chipped beef, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce if using. Simmer gently for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. Taste before adding salt, as the chipped beef is already quite salty. Spoon the creamy beef over warm toast and garnish with parsley.