Craving a hearty and comforting meal that's easy on the pocket? Look no further than S.O.S, a classic American dish also known as "creamed chipped beef" or "stuff on a shingle". This humble dish, often associated with frugal living and nostalgia, has been a staple in many households for generations. Made with simple, budget-friendly ingredients like ground beef or sausage, creamed chipped beef, and toast, S.O.S is a versatile dish that can be tailored to your preferences. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or a more modern twist, this article offers a collection of S.O.S recipes that are sure to satisfy your cravings. From traditional sausage S.O.S to variations featuring vegetables, cheese, and different seasonings, these recipes provide a range of options to suit every taste. So, get ready to indulge in a comforting and flavorful meal that's as easy to make as it is delicious.
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S.O.S. (SHIT ON A SHINGLE) - A COMFORT FOOD MAKEOVER
A new twist on the classic recipe for S.O.S. (Also known as Shit on a Shingle)
Provided by Jerry
Categories Main
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°
- Arrange bread slices on a half-sheet pan or large cookie sheet. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle generous amounts of onion and garlic powder over the top. Bake at 375° until top is golden, flip and brush other side of bread with olive oil. Return to oven until the bread is golden brown and crisp. (About 7 minutes total.) Remove from heat and set aside. May be served hot or cold, works perfectly as a crouton for salads or soups, or as base for a crostini.
- Brown ground beef and ground pork in a large skillet over medium to medium high heat. Once all meat is well browned, transfer to colander to drain. (Do this over a large bowl to catch any drippings. You don't want them in your drains.)
- Wipe skillet clean with a paper towel, add 2 Tablespoons olive oil and reheat. Add onions and cook until soft and just translucent (About 4 minutes).
- Add garlic and cook 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Add shiitake mushrooms, cook for 1 minute, then add button mushrooms. Continue cooking vegetable mixture until mushrooms are golden.
- Season vegetable mixture with salt and pepper. (Doing this before cooking the mushrooms would significantly lengthen browning time.) Return ground meat to pan and stir to distribute all ingredients. Sprinkle flour over mixture and stir well to distribute and coat pieces evenly. (about 1 minute or until the flour smells nutty.)
- Add milk and sour cream, and Worcestershire sauce, stirring constantly until liquids are just below a boil. (Do not let the milk boil. If you do, it will separate and curdle. Definitely not a good thing.) Remove from heat, test for seasoning.
- Serve approximately one tbsp of mixture per slice of toast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 57 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 19 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 18 grams protein, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 176 grams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams unsaturated fat
S.O.S. (CREAMY HAMBURGER GRAVY) +VIDEO
S.O.S. also known as Creamy Hamburger Gravy is an old-school meal. This is a classic, simple and tasty meal that is reminiscent of military cooking!
Provided by Brandie @ The Country Cook
Categories Main Course
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium sauce pan over medium high heat, brown the ground beef. Season with a little salt and pepper. Drain excess grease and set aside.
- Melt butter in the same sauce pan. Add flour and whisk until butter/flour mixture is bubbly.
- Add milk, salt, and pepper. Whisk continuously until thick and bubbly.
- Add cooked ground beef back in and stir.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed (I usually like a bit more pepper). If necessary, add a little more milk until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Serve over toast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 478 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Sodium 831 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SAUSAGE OR BEEF S. O. S. (STUFF ON A SHINGLE)
After 32 years in the military, I have become quite fond of S.O.S.. I'm the cook in our house, but I get breakfast cooked for me twice a year (my birthday and anniversary). My request is always the same--S.O.S. This is my wife's recipe--I love it.
Provided by Pokey in San Antonio
Categories Breakfast
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Brown the ground beef or sausage, drain and set aside. Be sure to season the ground beef with a little salt and pepper.
- Melt butter in sauce pan. Add flour and stir till butter/flour mixture is bubbly.
- Add milk, salt, and pepper.
- Stir constantly until thick and bubbly.
- Add meat and stir.
- Serve over whole wheat toast. Great over biscuits as well.
- Note: For an evening meal substitute chipped beef.
CREAMED GROUND BEEF SOS
I loved it when Mom used to make this for us! I have no idea if she originally made it for Dad, who had been in the army, or if she just liked it because it tasted good and was a budget stretcher. A traditional favorite, good ol' SOS. Note: the title of this recipe specifies that it is made ground beef, rather than chipped beef; "authentic" SOS is generally made with chipped beef, however many folks also refer to the ground beef version by the same name.
Provided by Julesong
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and onion.
- Stir in the flour, granulated bouillon, salt, pepper, and garlic and onion powders (and cayenne, if using).
- Saute all together until flour is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
- Gradually stir in the Worcestershire sauce and milk.
- Bring it all to a simmer, stirring, and cook until thickened, about 5 to 10 minutes.
- Serve over toast, biscuits, noodles, rice, or potatoes.
- Note: when I'm needing to avoid bread or noodles, I'll sometimes make a bunch of sauteed mushrooms and eat this over them, or sometimes with tofu. Delicious!
CREAMED CHIPPED BEEF SOS
This is a recipe is soooooo yummy!!! It is traditionally served over toast (S.O.S. is s**t on a shingle, toast being the shingle) but it can be served over biscuits, baked potatoes, rice or whatever you like. I like to use a cast iron skillet.
Provided by InMemoryofBrats
Categories Breakfast
Time 20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat large skillet over Medium heat.
- Add butter and melt till foamy.
- Remove pan from heat and whisk in flour and continue stirring until no lumps are left.
- Return to heat and continue stirring about 5 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
- Slowly pour milk in while whisking.
- About a quart will do depending on how thick you like it.
- Continue stirring over heat until desired thickness.
- Add dried beef and heat through, Add pepper and serve HOT over Toast.
SOS -- "STUFF" ON A SHINGLE
After being wounded in Italy in 1944, my grandfather returned home and improvised a dish he was often served in the military. The Army called it "Chipped Beef on Toast". The soldiers called it Something (I can't mention here) On a Shingle, and in classic military tradition, that name was reduced to SOS. My grandfather taught this recipe to my dad, who, in turn, also taught it to my mother and me. My mother, who is offended by the idea of having the first "S" of SOS on her table, calls it Creamed Beef on Toast. All measures are approximate. Because of this, the recipe multiplies well. Heck, you could make enough to feed an army. ;-)
Provided by ATM 67
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 35m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine ground beef, onion and garlic on a large skillet or pot, and brown the beef.
- Once the beef is browned and your onions clear, add the flour. There are two important things to note here - (1) Do not drain the beef (2) Add enough flour to completely absorb all the liquid in the pan.
- Once all fluid is absorbed by the flour and you have a nice roux, add your milk. Again, remember that the measures are approximate. So, you want to add about twice as much milk as flour.
- *Do not be afraid of adding too much milk. If you do, you will just have to cook it for longer in the next step, but the flavor will reward you for your efforts.
- Season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and slowly cook away the fluid, stirring often, until you have a nice thick milk gravy.
- Spoon generous amounts over dry toast (like an open-faced sandwich) and enjoy.
- We never have it with a salad or veggies, but they would go well this dish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.7, Fat 27.5, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 119.9, Sodium 161.5, Carbohydrate 33.5, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1.7, Protein 35.7
Tips:
- Use a large skillet or Dutch oven to ensure there is enough space for the ingredients.
- Cook the sausage or beef thoroughly before adding the other ingredients.
- Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and texture to the dish.
- Use a thickener, such as flour or cornstarch, to create a gravy-like consistency.
- Season the dish to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices.
- Serve the S.O.S. over toast, biscuits, or mashed potatoes.
Conclusion:
S.O.S. is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, so you can easily customize it to your own taste. Whether you are looking for a comforting breakfast, lunch, or dinner, S.O.S. is sure to hit the spot.
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