A major soup recall is underway—do you have one of the affected cans?
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There’s something comforting about opening a warm, familiar can of soup—until that same comfort food becomes a health risk.
That’s the unsettling situation for some shoppers this week as a wave of recalls hits store shelves.
From major retailers to everyday pantry staples, specific soup products are now under urgent review.
If you’ve stocked up recently, you might want to double-check what’s in your kitchen.
The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced that several popular soups are being pulled from shelves due to safety concerns.
The affected products include those with misleading labels and possible physical contaminants.
Specifically, certain soups contain undeclared allergens, while others may be tainted with foreign objects.
These issues could put consumers with allergies or sensitive health conditions at serious risk.
One of the key recalls involves a chicken soup product sold under the Signature SELECT brand.
Found at Albertsons, Safeway, Randalls, Lucky, and Tom Thumb across 14 states, the soup has incorrect labeling.
The lid reads Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice, but the side mistakenly says Chicken Corn Chowder.
Most importantly, the soup contains wheat—a top allergen—which isn't listed on the side label.
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The recalled chicken soup was distributed in Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Louisiana, Montana, Nevada, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington and Wyoming.
The mislabeling could easily go unnoticed if consumers don’t read both the lid and side of the container.
Affected containers are 24-ounce cups with a best-by date of June 24, 2025, and a lot code of “8225 5100”.
For anyone with a wheat allergy, consuming this soup could lead to a serious allergic reaction.
In a separate recall, Wegmans is pulling Dinty Moore Beef Stew from its shelves due to contamination with pieces of wood.
The affected stew comes in 20-ounce cans marked with UPC “000-37600-21583-1” and a best-by date of February 2028.
Although no injuries have been reported, this type of contamination poses a physical hazard.
Biting into or swallowing a foreign object could result in harm to teeth or digestion.
Also read: Is your kitchen appliance putting you at risk? Over 1.8 million models recalled after burn injuries
Consumers are urged to check the lot codes and labels of any soups or stews they’ve recently purchased.
If you have the recalled chicken soup, contact Albertsons at [email protected], or the USDA hotline at 888-MPHotline.
For the beef stew recall, reach Wegmans customer service at 1-855-934-3663. In both cases, you can return the product for a full refund or safely dispose of it at home.
Although alarming, food recalls are a normal part of consumer safety protocols. Labeling errors, accidental contamination, or machinery mishaps can all trigger recalls.
Companies typically act quickly once an issue is discovered to minimize harm.
The system isn’t perfect, but it's a vital tool in protecting public health.
Read next: Over 200,000 cars recalled—see which brands and models are affected
Have you ever had to return food because of a recall? Do you keep track of product safety alerts, or is this news catching you off guard? If you’ve got soup tips, safety routines, or simply a good homemade recipe to replace a recalled favorite, share it below. We’re all in this together—let’s help each other stay safe and informed.
That’s the unsettling situation for some shoppers this week as a wave of recalls hits store shelves.
From major retailers to everyday pantry staples, specific soup products are now under urgent review.
If you’ve stocked up recently, you might want to double-check what’s in your kitchen.
The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced that several popular soups are being pulled from shelves due to safety concerns.
The affected products include those with misleading labels and possible physical contaminants.
Specifically, certain soups contain undeclared allergens, while others may be tainted with foreign objects.
These issues could put consumers with allergies or sensitive health conditions at serious risk.
Soups Sold at Wegmans, Albertsons and More Are Being Recalled Right Now. Image source: NBC Connecticut / YouTube
One of the key recalls involves a chicken soup product sold under the Signature SELECT brand.
Found at Albertsons, Safeway, Randalls, Lucky, and Tom Thumb across 14 states, the soup has incorrect labeling.
The lid reads Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice, but the side mistakenly says Chicken Corn Chowder.
Most importantly, the soup contains wheat—a top allergen—which isn't listed on the side label.
Also read: Fire hazard warning issued for 429,000 recalled tech accessories
The recalled chicken soup was distributed in Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Louisiana, Montana, Nevada, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington and Wyoming.
The mislabeling could easily go unnoticed if consumers don’t read both the lid and side of the container.
Affected containers are 24-ounce cups with a best-by date of June 24, 2025, and a lot code of “8225 5100”.
For anyone with a wheat allergy, consuming this soup could lead to a serious allergic reaction.
In a separate recall, Wegmans is pulling Dinty Moore Beef Stew from its shelves due to contamination with pieces of wood.
The affected stew comes in 20-ounce cans marked with UPC “000-37600-21583-1” and a best-by date of February 2028.
Although no injuries have been reported, this type of contamination poses a physical hazard.
Biting into or swallowing a foreign object could result in harm to teeth or digestion.
Also read: Is your kitchen appliance putting you at risk? Over 1.8 million models recalled after burn injuries
Consumers are urged to check the lot codes and labels of any soups or stews they’ve recently purchased.
If you have the recalled chicken soup, contact Albertsons at [email protected], or the USDA hotline at 888-MPHotline.
For the beef stew recall, reach Wegmans customer service at 1-855-934-3663. In both cases, you can return the product for a full refund or safely dispose of it at home.
Although alarming, food recalls are a normal part of consumer safety protocols. Labeling errors, accidental contamination, or machinery mishaps can all trigger recalls.
Companies typically act quickly once an issue is discovered to minimize harm.
The system isn’t perfect, but it's a vital tool in protecting public health.
Read next: Over 200,000 cars recalled—see which brands and models are affected
Have you ever had to return food because of a recall? Do you keep track of product safety alerts, or is this news catching you off guard? If you’ve got soup tips, safety routines, or simply a good homemade recipe to replace a recalled favorite, share it below. We’re all in this together—let’s help each other stay safe and informed.
