Recipe: SOS (Something on a Shingle) 🍳
Description: Millions of GIs who served in the Big One, WWII, will recognize this one and they will also know what the first “S” stands for. It is meant for breakfast, but makes a nice light dinner too.
Category: Breakfast
Keywords: Meat, < 30 Mins, Inexpensive
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 534.4
- Fat Content: 28.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 17.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 169.6mg
- Sodium Content: 3439.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 25.2g
- Fiber Content: 0.8g
- Sugar Content: 3.8g
- Protein Content: 44.9g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 tbsp | Butter |
| 3 tbsp | Margarine |
| 3 | Onions |
| 2 tbsp | Flour |
| 1/2 cup | Milk |
| 1/2 cup | Non-dairy milk substitute |
| 1 lb | Turkey |
| 1 tsp | Paprika |
| 1 tsp | Tabasco sauce |
| 1/2 tsp | Black pepper |
| 1 tbsp | Sherry wine |
| 1 tbsp | Marsala |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla |
Instructions:
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In your favorite skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
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Add the onions to the skillet and sauté them until they are translucent, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes.
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Meanwhile, in a separate microwave-safe bowl, heat the milk until it’s hot but not boiling, for about 1-2 minutes.
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Once the onions are translucent, sprinkle the flour over them and stir well to combine, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
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Slowly pour the hot milk into the skillet with the onions and flour mixture, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming, and continue cooking until the mixture thickens up, for about 3-5 minutes.
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When the mixture has thickened, add in the cooked turkey, paprika, Tabasco sauce, black pepper, sherry wine, and marsala, stirring well to combine.
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Allow the mixture to heat through, stirring occasionally, for an additional 3-5 minutes, until the turkey is heated through and the flavors have melded together.
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Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper as desired.
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Serve the SOS hot over toast or toasted English muffins for a delicious and comforting breakfast or light dinner option. Enjoy!
This nostalgic dish, known as SOS or “Something on a Shingle,” is a comforting classic that’s sure to satisfy your cravings. With its creamy gravy loaded with savory turkey and onions, it’s the perfect way to start your day or wind down in the evening. Plus, it’s quick and easy to make, requiring just a handful of simple ingredients that you likely already have on hand. So whip up a batch today and enjoy a taste of history with this timeless favorite!
