Veal is the meat of young cattle (calf). Though veal can be produced from a calf of either sex and any breed, most veal comes from male calves of dairy cattle breeds. Compared to beef, veal has a delicate taste and tender texture. Types There are five types of veal:Bob veal, from calves that are slaughtered when only a few days old (70-100lb.) up to 150 lb. (USA only) Formula-fed (or "milk-fed") veal, from calves that are raised on a nutritionally complete milk formula supplement. The meat colou… (More on Veal)