SInce a jar of dried beef is so expensive I use the smallest package of sliced sandwich meat (such as Buddig) in a ham or beef flavor to save money.
The sauce thins as it cooks but you can also add water to create a thinner sauce.
Can also be cooked in a crock pot for 3 hours on high or 5 hours on low.
Excellent served with roasted potatoes and a green vegetable or salad.