SOS Army Hamburger Gravy

My Dad was a B-17 Bombardier in WWII and also served in the Korean War. One of my favorite childhood memories was when he made us all a simple dinner of Army Creamy Hamburger Gravy (or S.O.S.). It was such a simple dinner, but so good. Just basic comfort food that we all loved and he loved making it for us.

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You will need:

1 pound of ground beef

Medium onion, chopped

1 clove or garlic, minced or garlic powder to taste

2 cups milk

1 to 2 TB cornstarch

1  to 2 TB water

Salt and pepper to taste.

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Directions for SOS Army Hamburger Gravy:

Brown ground beef and onion in a pan until beef is done – drain grease if necessary.

Add garlic and cook a minute more.

Then add the milk with the salt and pepper.  Bring to a slight boil

Mix together the cornstarch and water and stir into the pan. Simmer for a few minutes.

Serve over toast.

This is simply a comfort food classic and ready in less than 20 minutes. You can add peas, and serve over mashed potatoes or buttermilk biscuits instead of the toast if you wish.

SOS Army Hamburger Gravy is a tradition in our house, it’s so simple to make and you can even add some soy sauce, red pepper flakes or some vegetables! It’s the ultimate comfort food for me, my dad absolutely loved making it and it comes together so quickly! Makes a perfect late night snack too.

I always think of my dad when making this. He had some really great recipes like our family’s favorite chili recipe and bacon gravy too! He really was from the greatest generation and my absolute hero.

Click here for my dad’s best bacon gravy recipe!