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Veal Sweetbreads from Italy / Metzger selection 1

Veal Sweetbreads from Italy / Metzger selection

Unexpectedly incredible

Veal sweetbreads are very tender and very tasty, and very easy to cook

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Sweetbreads, contrary to their name, are not bread. They are actually offal (the generic term for organ meat), and are usually the thymus gland, which is located in the throat of the animal, or sometimes, it is the pancreas gland.

As obscure as it may sound, they actually taste very delicious. In fact, veal sweetbreads are most commonly used by restaurant chefs. It ranks higher than lamb sweetbreads. It has a very smooth, tender texture, and a subtle, almost creamy, slightly sweet flavor.

It’s also nutrient-dense, high in Vitamin C which helps regulate blood pressure, and provides antioxidants. It’s also an excellent source of protein and omega-3.