
Carando Italian Style Abruzzese Meatballs 16 oz
What You Should Know
Carando Italian Style Abruzzese Meatballs (16 oz) reads like a convenient shortcut to a classic Italian-American meal. You'd typically find this item in the refrigerated prepared-meats bay or near the deli and ready-meal section, shelved alongside pre-cooked sausages, packaged meatloaves, jarred pasta sauces, and frozen Italian entrees. It fits grocery trips where shoppers are stocking up for quick family dinners, game-day spreads, or an easy weeknight pasta — also disappearing fast during movie nights or informal gatherings. The brand leans on Italian heritage and home-style cues, marketed toward busy households seeking familiar, savory comfort food without the time investment of cooking from scratch. Labeling emphasizes “Italian style” and traditional cheese inclusion (Parmesan), but there are no organic or special-diet certifications; small-print ingredients like natural flavorings and preservatives are present rather than headline health claims. The package is typically a vacuum-sealed plastic tray with a printed cardboard sleeve or film, designed for grab-and-go refrigeration. Sensory expectations: a rich pork-forward aroma, firm but yielding texture with a slightly springy bite, browned exterior when heated and a juicy interior that loosens in a simmering marinara. Common rituals include heating in skillet or oven, simmering in sauce for twenty minutes, or microwaving for a single-serve fix; they’re often paired with spaghetti, sub sandwiches, or party toothpicks. Processing-wise, this is a prepared, shelf-oriented product with added preservatives and stabilizers to extend flavor and shelf life, positioned for convenience and nostalgic appeal.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Pork,, Water,, Parmesan, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Part, Skim, Milk,, Salt,, Enzymes,, Cheese, Cultures,, Cellulose, Powder,, Corn, Starch,, Potassium, Sorbate),, Less, than, 2%, of, the, Following:, Salt,, Dehydrated, Parsley,, Natural, Flavorings,, Extractives, of, Paprika,, Vinegar,, Potassium, Lactate,, BHA,, Propyl, Gallate,, Citric, Acid..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
- •BHA - Synthetic preservative
- •Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains multiple industrial additives and preservatives (BHA, propyl gallate, potassium lactate), natural flavorings, and is a ready-to-heat meat formulation, consistent with ultra-processed foods.
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Common Questions about Carando Italian Style Abruzzese Meatballs 16 oz
Well, 'healthy' is a bit of a moving target, isn't it? Carando’s Abruzzese Meatballs pack a solid 19 grams of protein per serving, which is great for muscle maintenance and satiety. However, they do have 590 mg of sodium and 26 grams of fat, so if you're watching your salt intake or fat consumption, you might want to enjoy these in moderation.
