Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.25 cup

unsalted butter

melted

1 unit

onion

minced

4 unit

garlic cloves

minced

1 lb

ground beef

none

0.25 cup

flour

none

2 tbsp

Worcestershire sauce

none

1 cup

beef broth

none

2 cup

whole milk

none

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

pepper

to taste

Step 1
~4 min

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~4 min

Add minced onions and garlic to the melted butter.

Step 3
~4 min

Cook the onions and garlic until the onions become translucent, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 4
~4 min

Add ground beef to the skillet and break it into pieces using a spoon or spatula.

Step 5
~4 min

Cook the ground beef until it is browned and no longer pink.

Step 6
~4 min

Sprinkle flour over the cooked ground beef.

Step 7
~4 min

Cook the flour for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously.

Step 8
~4 min

Slowly whisk or stir in Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, and milk.

Step 9
~4 min

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium.

Step 10
~4 min

Simmer the mixture until it reaches your desired thickness, approximately 15-30 minutes.

Step 11
~4 min

Taste the sauce and add salt and pepper as needed to suit your taste.

Step 12
~4 min

Serve the S.O.S. over toast.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a creamier sauce, add a tablespoon of cream cheese at the end.

Adjust the amount of pepper to your preference.

Serve with a side of fried eggs for breakfast.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve over toast.

Serve with eggs for breakfast.

Serve alongside a simple salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fried Eggs
Side Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Classic American comfort food, often associated with military meals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Meal
Quick Lunch
Easy Breakfast

Popularity Score

60/100