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Edible parts of slaughter animals, apart from the meat.
variety meat [1] marrow sweetbreads liver heart

marrow click to hear

Soft fatty tissue found in the centre of bones; it is served mainly with roast beef and cardons and can also be used to add flavor to soups.

sweetbreads click to hear

Designates the tender, delicately flavored thymus gland of calves, lambs and kids; veal sweetbreads are especially prized.

liver click to hear

People eat the liver of slaughter animals, poultry, game and some fish (cod); it has a high iron content.

heart click to hear

Cooked in ragouts and casseroles, it can also be sautéed, roasted, braised or simmered; veal, lamb and chicken heart are the most popular.