Creamed chipped hamburger on toast is a simple and comforting dish that has been a popular choice in American home cooking for many years. It’s a budget-friendly option that often uses ground or chipped beef cooked in a creamy sauce and served over toasted bread. Here’s a basic recipe for you:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef or chipped beef
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Toasted bread slices
Instructions:
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or chipped beef until cooked through. If you’re using chipped beef, you may need to rinse it in cold water to remove excess saltiness.
- Remove excess fat from the skillet, leaving about 2 tablespoons.
- Add butter to the skillet and melt it over medium heat.
- Stir in the flour to create a roux. Cook the roux for a couple of minutes, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring that the mixture remains smooth. Continue cooking and stirring until the sauce thickens.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked ground or chipped beef to the creamy sauce, mixing well to combine. Cook for a few more minutes until the meat is heated through.
- Toast slices of bread.
- Serve the creamed chipped hamburger over the toasted bread slices.
This dish is a variation of the classic “SOS” (Sh** On a Shingle), a military slang term for creamed chipped beef on toast. Feel free to customize the recipe to your taste preferences, adding onions, garlic, or other seasonings as desired. It’s a hearty and filling meal that’s perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.
