Originally Posted by
BamaVol
I haven't done it in years, but it's not hard to make. You need to find the jar of Armour chipped beef at the grocery store, which I cannot. Then, a white sauce, seasoned as you like (maybe black pepper, paprika, salt). I love the stuff, have only eaten it at home other than what was served at summer camp in the 60's. I admit to succumbing to the convenience of Stouffers and won't complain about the quality or taste, but I do grind a lot of pepper over it or add Cholula.
This sounds like my experiences with SOS. My dad was ex-navy, so my mom would make it for us once in a while. I love it!
However, when I make it with the jar of beef, I would run it under warm water to get rid of some of the excess salt. Using it straight up is way too salty.
Since WM has changed distribution centers in the mid-atlantic region (I'm in southern WV), I've been able to get both the Esskay and Knaus brands of chipped beef in the meat section. Both are much better to me than the jarred beef. Neither brand is too salty, and Esskay actually makes a low sodium version, which I often use. I'd rather add a touch of salt than have it too salty.
I agree with you, BamaVol... I have to have a lot of freshly ground pepper on it.