Sweetbread Casserole Recipe

Name: Sweetbread Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose; 1 cup chicken broth from cooking the sweetbreads; 1/2 cup water chestnuts sliced; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon accent; 1 dash black pepper; 1 teaspoon parsley leaves minced; 8 ounces mushrooms sliced, and the juice; 2 large eggs well beaten; 1/2 cup cream; 1 pound sweetbreads precooked; 1 cup bread crumbs; 1/4 cup cheese mild, grated

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose
1 cup chicken broth from cooking the sweetbreads
1/2 cup water chestnuts sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon accent
1 dash black pepper
1 teaspoon parsley leaves minced
8 ounces mushrooms sliced, and the juice
2 large eggs well beaten
1/2 cup cream
1 pound sweetbreads precooked
1 cup bread crumbs
1/4 cup cheese mild, grated

1
Melt the butter in the top of a double boiler, add the flour, mix carefully, and pour in the stock slowly.
2
Add the chestnuts, parsley, mushrooms, and seasonings.
3
When the sauce has thickened, beat together the eggs and the cream, pour the sauce into the egg mixture, and return to the double boiler.
4
Stir constantly until thick, mix in the sweetbreads, and pour into a buttered casserole.
5
Mix the breadcrumbs and cheese and sprinkle over the casserole.
6
Bake in a 275 degree F oven for 15 to 20 minutes.
7
To Prepare Sweetbreads: Soak in cold water for 25 to 30 minutes.
8
Remove the membranes and simmer in water for 15 minutes - to each quart of water add 2 thin slices of lemon and 1 teaspoon of salt.
9
Cool and use in any recipe calling for sweetbreads.
10
These precooked sweetbreads may be prepared in quantity and frozen.

450

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose, 1 cup chicken broth from cooking the sweetbreads, 1/2 cup water chestnuts sliced, and more.

Yes, Sweetbread Casserole falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Sweetbread Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

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