Creamed Chipped Beef Recipe
Easy and quick Creamed Chipped Beef is made with cream, flour, seasonings and dried beef for a family comfort meal that's sure to please.
Servings: 4
Cost: $10
Equipment
- skillet
- whisk
- measuring cup
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 cups milk or half and half
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 lb sliced dried beef 8 ounce jar
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Whisk in flour to create a roux and continue to whisk until it begins to turn golden brown, approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, garlic powder, pepper and nutmeg. Continue cooking until it begins to thicken.
- Break up the beef or chop into small pieces.
- Stir the beef into the gravy and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes over low heat.
- Season with salt, if desired.
- Serve over toast or mashed potatoes.
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Notes
To reheat, add a tablespoon of milk to the gravy before heating on the stovetop. Add additional milk to reach the desired consistency.
For extra richness, use half-and-half or stir in 4 oz cream cheese at the end. Dried beef is salty—taste before adding salt.
Nutrition
Calories: 343kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 197mg | Potassium: 353mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 602IU | Calcium: 180mg | Iron: 1mg