The Nasty Bits: Deviled Kidneys

"There is nothing quite like them--that feral taste combined with a mouthfeel not quite as tender and fatty as liver, nor as chewy as gizzards." [Photographs: Chichi Wang] Of all the nasty bits on earth, liver and kidneys must be...

The Nasty Bits: Lamb Kidneys

By far the smallest kidneys I've had the pleasure of cooking, these lamb kidneys pack a lot of aroma into one small package. I had originally planned to grill the kidneys but after one whiff, I knew they needed plenty of tongue-numbing chiles and pepper and alcohol (like rice wine) to counter their assertive smell, so I went with this recipe for fried kidneys by Fuchsia Dunlop.

British-Style Beans on Toast

Beans on toast, whether eaten as a late-night snack or a light supper, makes an ideal comforting meal when you need something warm in your stomach.

The Nasty Bits: Sautéed Duck Livers with Rhubarb and Cherry Sauce

If you've only experienced the creaminess of chicken liver, try to imagine the indulgence of duck liver. Its texture, though a far cry from foie gras, approaches the richness of something that tastes too good to be a humble cut of offal sold for a pittance.

Crispy Deep-Fried Chicken Livers

A quick flash in hot oil not only renders a crispy shell around the organ meat, but the livers are cooked just enough to yield a tender, slightly pink, creamy interior. Dipped in hot sauce, these crunchy and earthy livers are like a more flavorful and exciting version of chicken nuggets.

Scrambled Brains

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Roasted Tomatoes and Lentils With Dukka-Crumbed Eggs From 'A Change of Appetite'

There's a reason oozing, soft-cooked eggs are arguably overused in food styling. That glistening ovum gold is like icing dripping down a cake, and anything underneath it is transformed into something richer, tastier, and more appealing. I would have been sold on this recipe from Diana Henry's new A Change of Appetite without that lusty addition, given my fondness for lentils in vinaigrette, but that broken yolk sealed the deal.

Classic Jewish Chopped Chicken Liver

With just chicken liver, hard-boiled eggs, onion, and fat, a world-class spread can be yours. This chopped liver recipe helps you get the result you want, whether it's more savory or more sweet.

Buffalo Deviled Eggs

These easy Buffalo Deviled Eggs are a creative spin on an American classic and only require a few ingredients to achieve a balance of flavor and texture.

The Nasty Bits: Whole Hock

"I sought a dish that used not only the feet but also the hocks, which are some of the most succulent and tender bits on the animal." How often are you alone in your kitchen with a pair of pigs'...