Best 5 Raos Meatballs With Marinara Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece with Rao's Meatballs with Marinara Sauce, a dish bursting with flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Crafted with a blend of succulent ground beef, pork, and veal, these meatballs are simmered in a rich, velvety marinara sauce, creating a symphony of savory goodness. Accompanying this delectable main course are three complementary recipes: a classic spaghetti dish to provide a hearty base for the meatballs, a creamy and flavorful mashed potato recipe for a comforting side dish, and a refreshing green salad to balance the richness of the meatballs. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

RAO'S MEATBALLS WITH MARINARA SAUCE



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This is one of the signature dishes at Rao's, the East Harlem red-sauce joint that is best-known for a loyal, boldface-name clientele that makes it difficult to get a table. The restaurant now has satellites in Las Vegas and Los Angeles.

Provided by Adam Nagourney

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 ounces salt pork, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons minced onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 28-ounce cans imported Italian crushed tomatoes
6 leaves fresh basil, torn into small pieces
Pinch of dried oregano
Salt and ground black pepper
1 pound ground lean beef
1/2 pound ground veal
1/2 pound ground pork
2 large eggs
1 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 small garlic clove, minced
Salt and ground black pepper
2 cups fine dry bread crumbs
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, lightly smashed

Steps:

  • Make the sauce: Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-low heat, then add the salt pork. Sauté until fat has rendered, about 5 minutes. Remove and discard salt pork. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and sauté just until softened. Add tomatoes with their juice and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until sauce is slightly thickened, about 45 minutes. Add the basil, oregano and salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 1 minute more.
  • Make the meatballs: In a mixing bowl, combine the beef, veal and pork. Add the eggs, cheese, parsley and minced garlic, then salt and pepper as desired. Add the bread crumbs and mix well. Slowly add up to 2 cups water, 1/2 cup at a time, until the mixture is moist; all the water may not be needed. Shape into 1 1/2 -inch meatballs.
  • Heat the oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the smashed garlic and sauté until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes, then discard the garlic. Working in batches and taking care not to crowd the pan, add meatballs and fry until undersides are brown and slightly crisp, 5 to 6 minutes. Turn and brown the other sides, about 5 minutes more. Transfer cooked meatballs to paper towels to drain, then add to the marinara sauce. Mix gently and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1086, UnsaturatedFat 55 grams, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 79 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 49 grams, SaturatedFat 20 grams, Sodium 1472 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams, TransFat 0 grams

RAO'S MEATBALLS



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Provided by Food Network

Yield Makes 14 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound lean ground beef
½ pound ground veal
½ pound ground pork
2 large eggs
1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
1 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 garlic clove, peeled and minced
Kosher salt and pepper to taste
2 cups plain bread crumbs
2 cups lukewarm water
1 cup pure olive oil
2 24 oz. jars Rao's Homemade® Marinara Sauce
Italian bread (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine beef, veal and pork in a large bowl. Add eggs, cheese, parsley, garlic and salt & pepper to taste. Using your hands, blend ingredients together. Blend breadcrumbs into meat mixture. Slowly add water, 1 cup at a time, at a time until the mixture is quite moist.
  • Shape meat mixture into 6 oz. balls.
  • In a large sauté pan, add oil and heat over medium-high heat until hot, but not smoking. Fry meatballs in batches. When bottom of meatball is very brown and slightly crisp, turn and cook top half. Remove from pan and place on paper towels to drain.
  • Once meatballs have drained any excess oil, place meatballs into simmering Rao's Homemade® Marinara Sauce and cook for 15 minutes or until meatballs are hot through and through.
  • If serving a meatball sub, while meatballs are cooking in the Rao's Homemade® Marinara Sauce, horizontally slice Italian bread and remove inner bread by hand and lightly toast, add 3 meatballs, placing a dollop of sauce over each meatball and serve.

MARINARA MEATBALLS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: ground beef, ground beef, ground pork, ground pork, panko breadcrumbs, panko breadcrumbs, onion, onion, fresh parsley, fresh parsley, garlic, garlic, eggs, eggs, kosher salt, kosher salt, pepper, pepper, olive oil, onion, garlic, dried oregano, dried parsley, dried basil, red pepper flakes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, grated parmesan cheese

Provided by Matthew Johnson

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 40 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 28

1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
1 lb ground pork
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
½ cup onion
½ cup onion, finely minced
¼ cup fresh parsley
¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 eggs
2 eggs
kosher salt
kosher salt, to taste
pepper
pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
⅓ cup tomato paste
2 cups tomato sauce
grated parmesan cheese, to serve

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • In a medium-size bowl mix together the beef, pork, bread crumbs, onion, parsley, garlic, eggs, salt, and pepper until just combined.
  • Take a walnut size of the meat mixture and roll into a ball. Repeat with remaining meat and transfer to an oiled rack on a sheet tray.
  • Bake meatballs for 15 minutes, until golden brown. Set aside.
  • Add a little oil to a pan on medium-high heat and cook the onions and garlic until they are deeply caramelized.
  • Add in the oregano, parsley, basil, red pepper flakes, tomato paste, and tomato sauce.
  • Stir the mixture and bring to a simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add the meatballs and coat them with the sauce.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, poke with toothpicks, and serve!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 1 gram

RAO'S MARINARA SAUCE



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This great marinara sauce recipe is from "Rao's Cookbook," by Frank Pellegrino. It's delicious atop penne, angel hair, and even eggplant parmesan.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes     Italian Recipes

Yield Makes 7 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

Four 28-ounce cans whole tomatoes with basil, preferably from San Marzano
1/2 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons minced onion
4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
12 leaves fresh basil, torn (optional)
Pinch of dried oregano

Steps:

  • Remove tomatoes from can and place in a large bowl, reserving juices. Crush tomatoes using your hands; remove and discard the hard core from stem end, and any skin and tough membrane; set aside.
  • Place oil in a large, nonreactive saucepan over medium-low heat. Add onion, and cook until soft and just beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic, and cook until softened, about 30 seconds. Stir in tomatoes and reserved juices; season with salt. Increase heat and bring to a boil. Immediately reduce heat to low and simmer until slightly thickened, about 1 hour.
  • Stir in basil, if using, oregano, and season with pepper; continue cooking 1 minute more. Remove from heat and serve.

MEATBALLS WITH MARINARA SAUCE



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Pack on the flavor with just a few ingredients! These meatballs hit the spot. -Mary Poninski, Whittington, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 package (22 ounces) frozen fully cooked angus beef meatballs
1-1/2 cups marinara sauce
1/3 cup chopped ripe olives
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn

Steps:

  • Prepare meatballs according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine marinara and olives; heat through. Add meatballs and basil; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 301mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your meatballs and sauce.
  • Don't overwork the meat. Overworking the meat will make the meatballs tough.
  • Let the meatballs rest before cooking. This will help them hold their shape.
  • Cook the meatballs in a flavorful sauce. This will add even more flavor to the meatballs.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite pasta or rice.

Conclusion:

Rao's meatballs with marinara sauce is a classic Italian dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. So next time you're in the mood for a delicious and hearty meal, give Rao's meatballs with marinara sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!

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