What is Creamed Chipped Beef
Creamed Chipped Beef is a cherished comfort food, evoking warm memories of childhood and maternal love. I personally have fond recollections of my mother preparing this dish for me, serving tender beef in a smooth, lightly seasoned cream sauce over toasted sourdough or wholesome European whole grain bread.
Personal Connection to Creamed Chipped Beef
This recipe holds a special place in my heart and is among my all-time favorites. Did you have similar experiences with this dish as a child? My mother would often make it for me and eventually taught me how to prepare it. It was not until later in life that I learned that this delectable dish is often referred to as “SOS gravy”. The acronym “SOS” stands for “shit on a shingle”, with the “shingle” being the toast. My Catholic mother, who would never use such language, likely chose to omit this information from our culinary lessons.
While Creamed Chipped Beef may not be the most health-conscious option, it can be enjoyed in moderation as a special treat. The comfort and joy it brings is well worth indulging in occasionally.
