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I know organ meat is good for me, so I make sure I eat some every week. Chicken hearts, for example, are filled with B vitamins that support deep sleep, steady energy levels, stress resilience, brain health, and autoimmune health. But that doesn’t mean I always find organ meats tasty. The first time I had chicken hearts, they were decidedly chewy (and not in a pleasant way). I started experimenting with recipes and finally came up with one that’s easy and delicious. This is so good, I could eat it every week. My non-paleo husband loves this recipe, too.

Are you ready to expand your grilling repertoire? Organ meats are some of the most nutrient-dense foods we can eat, which is why they’re highly recommended on a healing diet. Have you heard of sweetbreads and wondered what they are? Although images of banana bread and brioche come to mind, we’re actually talking about the pancreas and thymus. I know that sounds weird! Compared to liver though, they’re a sweet meat, and the Old English word for meat was brǣd, hence “sweetbreads”. Often served in gourmet restaurants, they’re actually easy to prepare at home. Let me show you how.

Here’s a nutrient-dense recipe for those of you feeling adventurous! It’s one of my favorites and tastes surprisingly like steak, but with much higher nutrition. In addition to many important minerals, heart is filled with the B vitamins that support brain, adrenal, and immune health.