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Highlights
- One 1lb pack of Carando Italian Style Mozzarella Rustica Pork Meatballs
- Carando Italian Style Meatballs are made from high-quality, authentic Italian meats that taste handcrafted and homemade
- These meatballs contain no added MSG
- These pork meatballs contain 16 grams of protein per serving
- Enjoy Carando meatballs in spaghetti or baked ziti for a well-seasoned Italian meal
- Packaged in a tray for easy storage; keep refrigerated to maintain freshness
Description
Carando Italian Style Mozzarella Rustica Meatballs let you prepare meatballs that taste like they're made from scratch with minimal effort. These Old World crafted Italian meatballs feature a savory flavor with blended cheese and herbs, perfect for spicing up any meal. These Italian-style meatballs are made with no added MSG and no fillers. Cook these Italian meatballs on the stovetop, or bake them in the oven for a delicious snack or family dinner. Add Carando meatballs to your favorite pasta, pizza or subs for bold, homemade flavor. They're ideal for topping spaghetti or bucatini for a hearty dinner, served as party appetizers or heaped on meatball sliders. These fresh meatballs come in a pre-portioned tray wrapped in airtight plastic for maximum freshness. Store Carando meatballs in the refrigerator. One taste is all it takes to discover the authentic Italian heritage of Carando.
Serving Size: 2 meatballs
Serving Per Container: 4
Amount 2 Meatballs (112g):
Calories: 320
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 25grm38%
Saturated Fat 9grm45%
Trans Fat 0grm0%
Cholesterol 65mg22%
Sodium 850mg35%
Total Carbohydrate 4grm1%
Dietary Fiber 0grm0%
Total Sugars 2grm0%
Protein 18grm0%
Calories From Fat 230kcal0%
* Percentage of Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Ingredients:
pork, pasteurized process mozzarella cheese (low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese [part-skim milk, cultures, salt, enzymes], water, cream, sodium phosphates, salt, lactic acid, sorbic acid, powdered cellulose, natamycin), water, less than 2% of the following: salt, parsley, dextrose, flavorings, paprika, corn syrup solids, vinegar, potassium lactate, bha, propyl gallate, citric acid.
Allergens & Warnings:
Contains: milk.Contains: Milk
May Contain: Wheat
Form: Ball
State of Readiness: Needs to Be Fully Cooked
Package Quantity: 8
Bone cut type: Boneless
Seasoning or marinade: Seasoning Blend
Net weight: 16 Ounces
Country of Origin: United States
TCIN: 52807406
UPC: 070247180827
Item Number (DPCI): 268-12-0092
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 1.94 inches length x 5.58 inches width x 9.78 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.04 pounds
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Q: do these contain any onions?
submitted by lu - 1 year ago
A: Thank you for your inquiry! Our Carando Meatballs do not contain onions. If you have any further questions about the product, please do not hesitate to contact us directly at 855-411-7675.
submitted bySmithfield Team - 1 year agoBrand expert
Q: I don't see an expiration on mine, where is it on the packaging. I purchased three days ago. They have been in refrigerator.
submitted by Nicole - 2 years ago
A: Hi Nicole. I am sorry there is no date on your package. Please contact us at Carando so we can help. 855-411-7675.
submitted bySmithfield Team - 2 years agoBrand expert
Q: Can these b microwaved?
submitted by Screen - 3 years ago
A: Thank you for your question.No, we don't recommend cooking our meatballs in the microwave for the best experience. Cooking instructions are below: OVEN: Heat oven to 375 F. Place meatballs on aluminum foil-lined baking sheet. Bake 15 minutes; gently turn meatballs over and bake an additional 13 to 17 minutes until internal temperature reaches at least 165 F and no longer pink (for best results, cook until internal temperature reaches 185)
submitted bySmithfield Team - 3 years agoBrand expert
Q: What is recommended cooking instructions for air fryer?
submitted by Julie - 3 days ago
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3.7 out of 5 stars with 396 reviews
quality: 2.77 out of 5
taste: 2.51 out of 5
value: 2.94 out of 5
25% would recommend
80 recommendations
Extremely Salty and Rubbery
1 out of 5 stars
Joe M - 2 months ago
originally posted on smithfield.com
Baked them as instructed. They were so salty that they were almost inedible. Also, instead of a soft, light texture, they turned out firm and rubbery. They are are like a bad sausage without the casing.
1 reply from Consumer Affairs team - 2 months ago
Thank you for sharing your experience with our meatballs. We regret that this experience was not positive. Our meatballs should have a nice balance of slight to moderate caramelized pork flavor, moderate fennel flavor, and a moderately high level of saltiness. You might also notice a hint of mozzarella, a touch of sweetness, and just a dash of black or red pepper heat. We take pride in not using any fillers, which gives our meatballs a satisfying resistance with the initial bite. We would love for you to give them another try! If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to our consumer affairs team at 855-411-7675. We are here to help!
Not our idea of an Italian meatball...
1 out of 5 stars
Marsha - 3 months ago
originally posted on smithfield.com
My hubby made pasta tonight with the Carando Mozzarella Rustica Meatballs. Wow, what a disappointment! They were super salty and tasted like a pork breakfast sausage- definitely not what we'd call an " Italian meatball" by any stretch of the imagination. They were very dense, greasy, and so salty, most of the other spices were eclipsed . They hit our stomaches like rocks! Yuck !This was our first time trying this brand and will be our last time. Waste of money and it ruined the pasta dish my husband worked so hard on. I am bummed AND it was my " cheat night", so I am really sad.
1 reply from Consumer Affairs team - 3 months ago
Thank you for trying our meatballs and for sharing your review. Our meatballs are made from 100% pork with no fillers. They have a moderate resistance with a slightly juicy initial bite. You'll notice a slight to moderate caramelized pork flavor, complemented by a moderate fennel taste. The saltiness is moderate to high, and there is just a hint of mozzarella cheese flavor and a very slight sweetness, along with a subtle heat from black and red pepper. For a more tender meatball, we recommend baking them until the internal temperature reaches 185 degrees. We hope you will give our meatballs another try. If you have any questions or if we can assist you further, please reach out to our consumer affairs team at 855-411-7675.
Absolutely terrible
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Mel - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
These are absolutely terrible. They should be removed from the shelf.
1 reply from Smithfield Team team - 5 months ago
Thank you for trying our Carando Italian Style Mozzarella Rustica Meatballs. Our meatballs have a slight to moderate caramelized pork flavor, a moderate fennel flavor, and a moderate to high level of saltiness. You may also notice a subtle hint of mozzarella cheese, a touch of sweetness, and a slight heat from black and red pepper. We hope you’ll consider giving our meatballs another try. If you need assistance, please feel free to contact our consumer affairs team at 855-411-7675.
Amazing!
5 out of 5 stars
maryseg2 - 6 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My local store did not carry the salami charcuterie so I got the Carando Italian meatballs instead and these were AMAZING! Easy to bake and come out nice and juicy! I love that they are already in small balls so you don’t have to do too much as far as baking them! Very good rich taste!
Carando Meatballs Rustica
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Target Shopper - 6 months ago
Not Meatballs! They are rubbery sausage rolled into balls with an awful taste. Had to throw them out because of the awful taste.
1 reply from Smithfield Team team - 6 months ago
Thank you for trying our Carando Meatballs. We apologize that this package did not meet expectations. Our meatballs offer moderate resistance and a slightly juicy initial bite. By the fifth chew, they become moderately juicy and have a firm, chewy texture. In terms of flavor, you can expect a slight to moderate taste of caramelized pork, accompanied by a moderate fennel flavor and moderate to high saltiness. Additionally, you may notice a subtle hint of mozzarella cheese, a touch of sweetness, and mild heat from black and red pepper.
Meatballs? I think not
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Disappointed - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
Texture was hard and like rubber, too much like Italian sausage and there was no mozzarella in them at all.
1 reply from Smithfield Team team - 6 months ago
Thank you so much for trying our Carando Meatballs! We’re sorry to hear that this package didn’t quite meet your expectations. Our meatballs have a nice texture that starts with a slightly juicy bite and provides a bit of resistance. After a few chews, they become even juicier while maintaining a firm, chewy feel. As for the flavor, you’ll find a hint of caramelized pork, balanced by a mild fennel taste and just the right amount of saltiness. You might also catch a subtle note of mozzarella cheese, a touch of sweetness, and a gentle warmth from black and red pepper. We hope you’ll give them another try!
Should change label - those are not meatballs
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
JCL - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
I bought it because a store employee highly recommended it 🤣 . I won’t buy it again. they don’t taste like meatballs at all .. they are purely sausages made in meatball shape..
1 reply from Smithfield Team team - 7 months ago
Thank you for trying our Carando Meatballs. Our Italian meatballs are crafted from 100% fresh pork, without any fillers, resulting in a texture that may be denser than some other meatballs you have tried. Infused with a medley of traditional Italian herbs, spices, and cheeses, our meatballs offer a delightful blend of flavors, including a subtly caramelized pork flavor, a moderate hint of fennel, a moderately high level of saltiness, a gentle note of mozzarella cheese, as well as a touch of sweetness and a hint of black pepper heat. We are sorry this package fell short of expectations, and we hope you will try our meatballs again.
Mama Mia! These arent meat balls.
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Neon55 - 8 months ago, Verified purchaser
These so called meatballs were very salty and tasted more like I was eating an Italian sausage than a Meatball the texture was like sausage. I ate two tossed the rest.
1 reply from Smithfield Team team - 8 months ago
Thank you for trying Carando Mozzarella Rustica Meatballs. Our meatballs are made from 100% fresh pork, and we take pride in not including fillers such as bread in our recipe. As a result, the texture of our meatballs may differ from other meatballs you've tried. You can expect a delightful range of flavors, including a subtle to moderate caramelized pork essence, a pleasingly robust fennel profile, a hint of mozzarella cheese, a touch of sweetness, a slight kick from black and red pepper, and a satisfyingly salty finish.
Best sautéed in a pan with EVOO
5 out of 5 stars
Al Fredo - 9 months ago
originally posted on smithfield.com
DON’T BAKE THESE!!!Instead brown all sides on the stovetop with just a little olive oil drain off fat and add your favorite red sauce. That way they are tender and delicious! Baking these is an insult to Italy 🇮🇹.
No
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Kau - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
Absolutely disgusting. All pork.. very overpowering.. not enjoyable.. weird texture.. I felt queasy for days after
1 reply from Smithfield Team team - 1 year ago
Thank you for sharing your review. Our Italian meatballs are made from fresh pork and a blend of Italian herbs, spices, and cheeses. Our recipe doesn't use any fillers, making our meatballs a great gluten-free option. To make sure your meatballs are tender, we recommend baking them until their internal temperature reaches 185 degrees F.
Puke central
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
heli11 - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
Unlike others I knew these were pork when buying (read ingredients). I got them yesterday and thought they looked tasty. They were good until 3/22 and I cooked them all checking the temps that they were 165° or over. I thought I overcooked them if anything. After eating I am now miserable on the toilet I have no idea what went wrong. Besides that even like most are saying, they taste like a rubber sausage and aren’t tender enough to split with a fork. Definitely prefer a combined italian sausage/beef meatball or even chicken meatball over this. Will not be repurchasing.
1 reply from Smithfield Team team - 1 year ago
Thank you for trying our meatballs and sharing your review. Our meatballs are free from fillers like bread, giving them a distinctive texture you may not have encountered before. To get a softer meatball, we suggest baking it until the internal temperature of the meatball reaches 185 degrees Fahrenheit.
Sausage balls
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Krodrigues - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
They are made of sausage not ground beef!! Very misleading!
1 reply from Smithfield Team team - 1 year ago
Thank you for sharing your review. Caranda meatballs are crafted from 100% fresh pork and seasoned with a perfect blend of Italian herbs, spices, and cheeses.
Too dense for a meatball
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
CLARITY - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
Grabbed this because it looked good, it’s tasty but way too dense to be a real meatball that you put in spaghetti which is what we did so I was surprised when I bit in! Also one of the reviews were spot on about those fennel seeds- there are too many and you can def break a tooth if you chomp too hard! Lesson learned.
Pass
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Brandi - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
These are really firm. Not supple as you’d expect a meatball to be. Too dense and too much fennel seed for our taste.
1 reply from Smithfield Team team - 1 year ago
Thank you for your review. We use only premium cuts of pork in our meatballs and no filler (no bread, for example). As a result, the texture may differ from other meatballs you've tried. We recommend cooking until the internal temperature reaches 185 F for a more tender meatball.
These meatballs are horrible!
1 out of 5 stars
- 1 year ago
originally posted on smithfield.com
I was really hoping that these meatballs would hit the mark. What they hit was the trash! Way too much salt and they had the consistency of rubber. What a waste of money.
Sausage balls
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Melmel - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
These are sausage balls, and not the texture of traditional meatballs at all. If you expect that, they’re fine. I’m just not a big fan of sausage so not for me. They are gluten free which is a plus for those that follow a gf diet.
1 reply from Smithfield Team team - 1 year ago
Thank you for sharing your review and for trying our meatballs. We take pride in using only premium pork and we never add fillers like bread, making our meatballs Gluten Free. We understand the texture may be different from what you have experienced with other meatballs. For a more tender experience, we recommend cooking them until the internal temperature reaches 185 F.
Stop the hate!!!!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
me - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
These are delicious. They taste so much better than ground beef meatballs. They’re super easy to make if you want a quick, filling dinner. The texture is what you’d expect from ground sausage, I wouldn’t describe it as rubbery at all. #JusticeForCarandoMeatballs
No no no
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
G - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
Like rubber. Impossible to cut or eat. Like others said, do not buy!
1 reply from Smithfield Team team - 1 year ago
Thank you for sharing your review. We use only premium cuts of pork in our Carando Meatballs, and we do not include fillers, such as bread, in our recipe. To ensure a tender meatball, we recommend cooking them for a bit longer until the internal temperature reaches 185 degrees. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, please do not hesitate to contact our consumer affairs team at 855-411-PORK.
Not good
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Lavie - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
No amount of sauce could make them taste better. None of us could finish these, unfortunately I had to throw them away
1 reply from Smithfield Team team - 1 year ago
Thank you for sharing your review. Our Carando Mozzarella Rustica Meatballs are made with 100% fresh pork and a blend of Italian herbs, spices, and cheeses. We are sorry you didn't love them and want to make this up to you. Please contact our consumer affairs team at 855-411-7675, who would be happy to help.
Fake meatballs
1 out of 5 stars
Caity - 1 year ago
originally posted on smithfield.com
They were the worst meatballs i have ever tasted. Says italian style but are made of pork?! Make it make sense. That is not a meatball. It was fake, rubber tasting, sausage balls.