Author: skessler

In October 1929, the U.S. stock market crashed and launched the country into the worst economic downturn in its history. The depression was during this period in time that bare-bones recipes were created. We probably wouldn’t eat most of them today — however, it was these meals that kept America going. Creamed Chip Beef Creamed chip beef looks about as appetizing at it sounds. This was made with dried beef, rehydrated in a roux of butter, flour, and milk. Served on a piece of toast, creamed chip beef is also lovingly called “Shit on a Shingle” or “Save Our Stomachs”…