SOS is a savory creamed beef and onion gravy served over toasted buttered bread, a no-fuss comfort classic that comes together in under 20 minutes using simple pantry staples.
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Add the teaspoon of oil to hot, deep skillet along with the ground beef. As beef begins to lose raw look, add the chopped onion, salt and pepper.\n Reduce heat and simmer, stirring often, until meat is completely cooked. Sprinkle flour over top and stir into meat and onion mixture until totally absorbed.\n Slowly add milk, stirring constantly, until thickened. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.\n Serve over 2 slices of toast or biscuits;
Refrigerate the beef gravy in an airtight container up to 2 days; reheat gently on stovetop, thinning with milk if needed, and serve over fresh toast.
Yes. Use 6–8 ounces of dried beef and skip browning; add it directly to the skillet with the onion before sprinkling flour.
Stir constantly while adding milk slowly. It should coat the back of a spoon and thicken to a creamy consistency that clings to the beef and onions.
Fresh peas, steamed or roasted vegetables, and simple green salads complement the rich gravy well.
Yes. Prepare the beef gravy up to 2 days ahead; reheat gently on the stovetop, thinning with a splash of milk if needed. Toast bread fresh just before serving.
Regular all-purpose flour works as the recipe states; cornstarch can substitute at a 1:1 ratio for a glossier finish.
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