Creamed Beef on Toast
Discover comfort food at its finest with this classic Creamed Beef on Toast recipe, a hearty blend of savory ground beef enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce and served over golden, crisp slices of toast. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or even a nostalgic dinner, this dish combines pantry staples like ground beef, whole milk, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce for a deeply flavorful and satisfying meal. The secret lies in creating a velvety roux-based sauce that thickens to the ideal creamy texture, perfectly complementing the tender beef crumbles. Customize with a hint of paprika for added warmth and finish with fresh parsley for a burst of color. Ready in just 30 minutes, this budget-friendly recipe is a vintage favorite that will bring timeless comfort to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 8 pieces sliced bread
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it into crumbles with a wooden spoon, until fully browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat and transfer the cooked beef to a plate. Set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour to form a smooth roux. Cook the roux for 1-2 minutes, whisking constantly, until it is lightly golden and no raw flour smell remains.
Slowly pour in the whole milk and beef broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue to cook and whisk until the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and paprika (if using). Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed.
Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet, mixing it into the creamy sauce. Allow the mixture to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
Meanwhile, toast the slices of bread to your desired level of crispiness using a toaster or under a broiler.
To serve, place two slices of toast on each plate and generously spoon the creamed beef mixture over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2305 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.3 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.0 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 453 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 4922 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.0 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 118.0 g | 236% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 980 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 2315 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
