CREAMED CHIPPED BEEF ON TOAST

1 (4 oz.) jar dried beef
4 Tbsp. butter
3 Tbsp. flour
2 c. half and half
pepper and salt to taste
minced parsley (optional)

Rinse beef under running water; drain and snip into
small pieces. Heat butter in skillet; add the beef. Cook over
low heat, stirring constantly, for 3 to 5 minutes. Stir
longer. Stir in half and half; cook until sauce is thickened.
Season with salt and pepper. If desired, sprinkle with pars-
ley. Serve over crisp toast or biscuits.