For those who’ve never eaten sweetbreads, and that includes me, let’s make something clear: It’s not bread. It’s not. Just because you can fry it like a donut doesn't make it one. Sweetbreads is the ...

If you're unfamiliar with sweetbreads, here's the first thing you need to know: They're neither literally sweet, nor are they a type of bread. Rather, they're a mildly flavored organ meat considered ...

1. Rinse the sweetbreads. Place the sweetbreads in a large bowl, and cover with water, 1 tablespoon salt and the juice of a lemon. Allow the sweetbreads to soak for 2 hours, then rinse the sweetbreads ...

I first encountered sweetbreads a few years ago when I was a judge for a local lamb cooking competition. After sampling some cold, mediocre, and downright bland dishes, my expectations had plummeted.