Mom's Easy Creamed Chipped Beef on Toast

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups chipped beef, cut into small pieces
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 8 slices of toast

Directions

1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the flour and pepper and stir until the mixture is smooth.
3. Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly until the sauce is thick and creamy.
4. Add the chipped beef and stir to combine.
5. Continue cooking for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Stir in the parsley and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
7. To serve, place two slices of toast on each plate and top with the chipped beef mixture.

Interesting Facts

• Chipped beef is a type of cured, dried, and thinly sliced beef.
• This dish was popular during WWII, when food was rationed and chipped beef was a cheap and easy way to stretch meals.
• Creamed chipped beef is often served in diners and cafeterias.