U.S. Navy Minced Beef On Toast

20 Reviews

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min
Ready In: 30 min

“In the Navy this is served over toast at breakfast.” - by STILLATIT

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
2 onions, chopped
salt and pepper to taste
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 (8 ounce) cans peeled and diced tomatoes with juice
1 (5.5 ounce) can tomato juice
2 cups hot water
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar

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Directions

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onions until beef is evenly browned; do not drain. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in flour 1 tablespoon at a time, until beef juices have been absorbed.
Stir in tomatoes, tomato juice, and water. Simmer on low heat to thicken.
Stir in nutmeg and sugar; simmer until flavors are blended well.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (10 total)

Calories
217 cal
11%

Fat
14.2 g
22%

Carbs
7.7 g
2%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Reviews (20)

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Roland

Nov. 3, 2010

"As a Marine aboard the USS Henrico on my way to Viet Nam, I had the pleasure of eating Navy Chow. This dish above all was my favorite. I haven't had this for over 44 years and now I've found it agai..." See moren. Now if my house could start rocking back and forth, I'll enjoy it more. Thank you for the memories."

Bourdainiac

Sep. 18, 2008

"One of the few dishes in the Navy I could keep down. Served at most of my commands every Sunday for brunch!..." See more"

2dogsbarking

Mar. 20, 2009

"i've been looking for this recipe for over 40yrs. many thanks!! we had it over bisquites & [esp.] diced potatoes [very good] many thx. eugene..." See more"

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