Shit on a Shingle Recipe
Shit on a shingle is a humble yet comforting dish that originated from military mess halls, particularly during World War II.
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Calories: 350kcal
Servings: 5 People
Equipment
- Skillet or frying pan
- Oven
- Spatula
- Measuring Spoons and Cups
Ingredients
- 450 gram ground beef
- 8 slices bread
- 2 tbps all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned.
- Thicken the Gravy: Sprinkle flour over the beef. Stir well to combine. Cook for a minute to remove the raw flour taste.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Gradually pour in milk while stirring continuously. Cook until the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Season: Season with salt, pepper, and any additional spices you like. Stir to combine evenly.
- Toast the Bread: While the beef mixture is simmering, toast the bread slices or biscuits until golden brown.
- Garnish (Optional): Garnish with parsley or a sprinkle of paprika for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
Dried Beef is VERY salty� Do not add salty to this recipe. Because it�s so salty, I find brioche is a good bread option to balance the flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 6g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g