Remove these from your pantry immediately: Everything you need to know about the major food recalls happening now!
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In the bustling aisles of our local supermarkets, we often take for granted the safety of the colorful packages that line the shelves.
But what happens when the foods we trust to nourish us and our families become silent threats lurking in our refrigerators and pantries? It's a reality we can't ignore: food recalls are a significant aspect of consumer safety.
Even the most reputable companies can face the daunting task of pulling products off the market due to safety risks, such as undeclared allergens or harmful bacterial contamination.
When producers identify a potential hazard, they issue recalls to prevent consumers from facing health risks.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) are the sentinels of our food supply, regularly updating their websites with new recall notices.
However, unless you're diligently checking these resources, you might miss an important alert that affects your household. To ensure you're not left in the dark, we’re sharing a comprehensive list of the major food recalls that every American consumer, particularly those in the senior community, should be aware of.
Connie's Thin Crust Cheese Frozen Pizza
A staple in many freezers, Connie's Thin Crust Cheese Frozen Pizzas have been recalled due to a potential plastic foreign contaminant.
Distributed in Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, these pizzas are no longer on sale but may still be in homes. If you have one with a best by date of 11/27/2024 and lot number MR199856, it's time to let it go. No illnesses have been reported, but better safe than sorry.
MadeGood Granola Bars
Granola bars are a convenient snack, but several MadeGood varieties have been recalled for potentially containing metal fragments.
Check your pantry for Chocolate Chip, Mixed Berry, Strawberry, Cookies & Crème, Chocolate Banana, Chocolate Drizzled Birthday Cake, Chocolate Drizzled Cookie Crumble, and Chocolate Drizzled Vanilla Granola Bars with specific best by dates and UPCs listed in the FDA notice.
In related news, here are more details about the MadeGood Granola Bars recall.
Fresh cucumbers
Fresh produce is a cornerstone of a healthy diet, but certain cucumbers and products containing them have been recalled due to a salmonella outbreak.
SunFed Produce, Baloian Farms, and Russ Davis Wholesale have all issued recalls for cucumbers sourced from Mexican grower Agrotato, S.A. de C.V. Check the recall notices for detailed information and discard any matching products.
Baker Farms Curly Mustard
Mustard greens are nutritious, but Baker Farms' Curly Mustard has been recalled for potential Listeria contamination.
Sold in nine southern states, these 16-ounce bags with a best by date of Nov. 21, 2024, UPC 8 13098 02018 4, and lot code bak144-6806 should be discarded or returned.
Fresh Gourmet Santa Fe Style Tortilla Strips
A crunchy salad topping, Fresh Gourmet's Santa Fe Style Tortilla Strips, have been recalled due to an undeclared wheat allergen. The affected 3.5-ounce bags have a UPC of '7 87359 17504 6' and a best by date of June 20, 2025. If you have a wheat allergy or sensitivity, return these to the store.
Yu Shang Food Meat Products
Over 72,000 pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products from Yu Shang Food have been recalled due to potential Listeria contamination linked to an outbreak. With a wide range of products affected, check for the establishment number “P-46684” or “EST. M46684” and return any matching items. Read more about this recall here.
Wolverine Packing Co. Ground Beef
Ground beef is a versatile ingredient, but Wolverine Packing Co. has recalled over 167,000 pounds due to possible E. coli contamination.
Linked to an outbreak in Minnesota, the recalled beef products have specific use by and production dates. The fresh beef products have a use by date of Nov. 14, 2024, while the frozen products are labeled with a production date of Oct. 22, 2024.
All of the recalled items also have the establishment number "EST. 2574B" inside the USDA mark of inspection. Restaurants with these products should discard them immediately.
Organic carrots
Organic carrots from various retailers, including Whole Foods, Target, and Trader Joe's, have been recalled for potential E. coli contamination.
Though none have tested positive for E. coli since production has stopped, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) stated that they may be connected to the outbreak that has killed one person and caused illness to 39.
The recall only applies to organic whole carrots sold in retail stores from Aug. 14 to Oct. 23 and organic baby carrots with "best if used by" dates ranging from Sept. 11 through Nov. 12. Check the FDA notice for detailed information on the recalled whole and baby carrots and discard any that match.
Kirkland Signature Butter
Around 80,000 pounds of Costco's Kirkland Signature-brand butter has been recalled for missing allergen statements regarding milk. If you have a milk allergy or sensitivity, look for the specific lot numbers and best by dates and return the butter to Costco.
The recall affects one-pound packages of Kirkland Signature Unsalted Sweet Cream Butter with a UPC of 96619-38496, and packs of Kirkland Signature Salted Sweet Cream Butter of the same size with a UPC of 96619-38488.
Take note of these lot numbers and best by dates as well for the unsalted butter batches:
Wegmans Large Asian Sesame Salad
Wegmans' Large Asian Sesame Salad with Chicken and Asian Peanut Dressing has been recalled for undeclared egg. Check for UPCs starting with 2-27306 and sell by dates from Nov. 7 through Nov. 10, and return any affected salads. You may return the affected salads to your local Wegmans to get a full refund.
Savencia Cheese Products
Soft ripened cheeses from Savencia Cheese USA have been recalled for potential Listeria contamination. The affected cheeses include Aldi Emporium Selection Brie, Supreme Oval, La Bonne Vie Brie, La Bonne Vie Camember, Industrial Brie, Market Basket Brie, and Glenview Farms Spreadable Brie. Check the recall notice for specific UPCs and best by dates if you've recently purchased these cheeses.
International Delight Zero Sugar Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer
A festive favorite, International Delight's “Home Alone” Zero Sugar Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer has been recalled for mislabeling and actually containing sugar.
The recalled coffee creamer had been distributed in Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Mississippi, New Mexico, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin.
Check for a best by date of Feb. 25, 2025, and avoid if you need to limit sugar intake.
Frozen waffles
TreeHouse Foods has recalled several frozen waffle brands, including Kodiak Cakes and Walmart's Great Value, for potential Listeria contamination. Review the full list of impacted products and discard or return any that match.
Minute Maid Zero Sugar Lemonade
Coca-Cola has recalled more than 13,000 cases of Minute Maid Zero Sugar Lemonade because the cans contain the full sugar version which can negatively impact those who need to avoid sugar or have allergies.
They should bear one of the two following codes: FEB1725CNA and FEB1725CNB. This recall also applies to 12-ounce cans that were shipped to Kentucky, Indiana, or Ohio.
Enoki mushrooms
Enoki King Mushroom Farm's enoki mushrooms have been recalled for potential Listeria contamination. Look for lot code 4877 and UPC 860011505600 and return any matching products. The mushrooms were distributed to retail stores nationwide and sold in 5.3-ounce packages.
Grabeez The Big Cheese Snack Mix
Truly Good Foods is recalling 3.25-ounce cups of Grabeez The Big Cheese Snack Mix for undeclared almonds and cashews. Check for a UPC of 0 94184 00439 8 and a best before date of April 16, 2025, and request a refund on the Truly Good Foods website if affected.
Lactaid Milk
Lactaid milk varieties have been recalled for potential almond traces. Review the recall notice for specific codes, best by dates, and production dates, and return any affected milk.
The recall applies to five Lactaid products: Lactaid Whole Milk, Lactaid 2% Milk, Lactaid 1% Milk, Lactaid Fat Free Milk, and Lactaid 2% Calcium Enriched Milk.
Have you been affected by a food recall? Do you have tips for keeping track of recalls or ensuring food safety at home? Share your experiences and advice in the comments below!
Have you been affected by a food recall? Do you have tips for keeping track of recalls or ensuring food safety at home? Share your experiences and advice in the comments below!
But what happens when the foods we trust to nourish us and our families become silent threats lurking in our refrigerators and pantries? It's a reality we can't ignore: food recalls are a significant aspect of consumer safety.
Even the most reputable companies can face the daunting task of pulling products off the market due to safety risks, such as undeclared allergens or harmful bacterial contamination.
When producers identify a potential hazard, they issue recalls to prevent consumers from facing health risks.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) are the sentinels of our food supply, regularly updating their websites with new recall notices.
However, unless you're diligently checking these resources, you might miss an important alert that affects your household. To ensure you're not left in the dark, we’re sharing a comprehensive list of the major food recalls that every American consumer, particularly those in the senior community, should be aware of.
Multiple food items have been recalled in the United States due to potential safety risks such as contamination with foreign objects, undeclared allergens, or bacteria. Image source: Connie’s.
Connie's Thin Crust Cheese Frozen Pizza
A staple in many freezers, Connie's Thin Crust Cheese Frozen Pizzas have been recalled due to a potential plastic foreign contaminant.
Distributed in Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, these pizzas are no longer on sale but may still be in homes. If you have one with a best by date of 11/27/2024 and lot number MR199856, it's time to let it go. No illnesses have been reported, but better safe than sorry.
MadeGood Granola Bars
Granola bars are a convenient snack, but several MadeGood varieties have been recalled for potentially containing metal fragments.
Check your pantry for Chocolate Chip, Mixed Berry, Strawberry, Cookies & Crème, Chocolate Banana, Chocolate Drizzled Birthday Cake, Chocolate Drizzled Cookie Crumble, and Chocolate Drizzled Vanilla Granola Bars with specific best by dates and UPCs listed in the FDA notice.
In related news, here are more details about the MadeGood Granola Bars recall.
Fresh cucumbers
Fresh produce is a cornerstone of a healthy diet, but certain cucumbers and products containing them have been recalled due to a salmonella outbreak.
SunFed Produce, Baloian Farms, and Russ Davis Wholesale have all issued recalls for cucumbers sourced from Mexican grower Agrotato, S.A. de C.V. Check the recall notices for detailed information and discard any matching products.
Baker Farms Curly Mustard
Mustard greens are nutritious, but Baker Farms' Curly Mustard has been recalled for potential Listeria contamination.
Sold in nine southern states, these 16-ounce bags with a best by date of Nov. 21, 2024, UPC 8 13098 02018 4, and lot code bak144-6806 should be discarded or returned.
Affected products range from frozen pizzas, granola bars, and fresh produce like cucumbers, to meat products, dairy items, and salad mixes. Image source: FDA.
Fresh Gourmet Santa Fe Style Tortilla Strips
A crunchy salad topping, Fresh Gourmet's Santa Fe Style Tortilla Strips, have been recalled due to an undeclared wheat allergen. The affected 3.5-ounce bags have a UPC of '7 87359 17504 6' and a best by date of June 20, 2025. If you have a wheat allergy or sensitivity, return these to the store.
Yu Shang Food Meat Products
Over 72,000 pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products from Yu Shang Food have been recalled due to potential Listeria contamination linked to an outbreak. With a wide range of products affected, check for the establishment number “P-46684” or “EST. M46684” and return any matching items. Read more about this recall here.
Wolverine Packing Co. Ground Beef
Ground beef is a versatile ingredient, but Wolverine Packing Co. has recalled over 167,000 pounds due to possible E. coli contamination.
Linked to an outbreak in Minnesota, the recalled beef products have specific use by and production dates. The fresh beef products have a use by date of Nov. 14, 2024, while the frozen products are labeled with a production date of Oct. 22, 2024.
All of the recalled items also have the establishment number "EST. 2574B" inside the USDA mark of inspection. Restaurants with these products should discard them immediately.
Organic carrots
Organic carrots from various retailers, including Whole Foods, Target, and Trader Joe's, have been recalled for potential E. coli contamination.
Though none have tested positive for E. coli since production has stopped, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) stated that they may be connected to the outbreak that has killed one person and caused illness to 39.
The recall only applies to organic whole carrots sold in retail stores from Aug. 14 to Oct. 23 and organic baby carrots with "best if used by" dates ranging from Sept. 11 through Nov. 12. Check the FDA notice for detailed information on the recalled whole and baby carrots and discard any that match.
Consumers are being urged to check their purchases against the recall lists and return any affected items to the place of purchase for a refund or to safely discard them. Image source: Costco.
Kirkland Signature Butter
Around 80,000 pounds of Costco's Kirkland Signature-brand butter has been recalled for missing allergen statements regarding milk. If you have a milk allergy or sensitivity, look for the specific lot numbers and best by dates and return the butter to Costco.
The recall affects one-pound packages of Kirkland Signature Unsalted Sweet Cream Butter with a UPC of 96619-38496, and packs of Kirkland Signature Salted Sweet Cream Butter of the same size with a UPC of 96619-38488.
Take note of these lot numbers and best by dates as well for the unsalted butter batches:
- Lot # 2424091 with a best by date of Feb. 22, 2025
- Lot # 2424111 with a best by date of Feb. 23, 2025
- Lot # 2426891 with a best by date of March 22, 2025
- Lot # 2426991 with a best by date of March 23, 2025
- Lot # 2424191 with a best by date of Feb. 23, 2025
- Lot # 2427591 with a best by date of March 29, 2025
Wegmans Large Asian Sesame Salad
Wegmans' Large Asian Sesame Salad with Chicken and Asian Peanut Dressing has been recalled for undeclared egg. Check for UPCs starting with 2-27306 and sell by dates from Nov. 7 through Nov. 10, and return any affected salads. You may return the affected salads to your local Wegmans to get a full refund.
Savencia Cheese Products
Soft ripened cheeses from Savencia Cheese USA have been recalled for potential Listeria contamination. The affected cheeses include Aldi Emporium Selection Brie, Supreme Oval, La Bonne Vie Brie, La Bonne Vie Camember, Industrial Brie, Market Basket Brie, and Glenview Farms Spreadable Brie. Check the recall notice for specific UPCs and best by dates if you've recently purchased these cheeses.
Recalled items were distributed to various retailers including large chains like Costco and Whole Foods, and cover numerous states across the country. Image source: Walmart.
International Delight Zero Sugar Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer
A festive favorite, International Delight's “Home Alone” Zero Sugar Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer has been recalled for mislabeling and actually containing sugar.
The recalled coffee creamer had been distributed in Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Mississippi, New Mexico, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin.
Check for a best by date of Feb. 25, 2025, and avoid if you need to limit sugar intake.
Frozen waffles
TreeHouse Foods has recalled several frozen waffle brands, including Kodiak Cakes and Walmart's Great Value, for potential Listeria contamination. Review the full list of impacted products and discard or return any that match.
Minute Maid Zero Sugar Lemonade
Coca-Cola has recalled more than 13,000 cases of Minute Maid Zero Sugar Lemonade because the cans contain the full sugar version which can negatively impact those who need to avoid sugar or have allergies.
They should bear one of the two following codes: FEB1725CNA and FEB1725CNB. This recall also applies to 12-ounce cans that were shipped to Kentucky, Indiana, or Ohio.
Enoki mushrooms
Enoki King Mushroom Farm's enoki mushrooms have been recalled for potential Listeria contamination. Look for lot code 4877 and UPC 860011505600 and return any matching products. The mushrooms were distributed to retail stores nationwide and sold in 5.3-ounce packages.
Grabeez The Big Cheese Snack Mix
Truly Good Foods is recalling 3.25-ounce cups of Grabeez The Big Cheese Snack Mix for undeclared almonds and cashews. Check for a UPC of 0 94184 00439 8 and a best before date of April 16, 2025, and request a refund on the Truly Good Foods website if affected.
Lactaid Milk
Lactaid milk varieties have been recalled for potential almond traces. Review the recall notice for specific codes, best by dates, and production dates, and return any affected milk.
The recall applies to five Lactaid products: Lactaid Whole Milk, Lactaid 2% Milk, Lactaid 1% Milk, Lactaid Fat Free Milk, and Lactaid 2% Calcium Enriched Milk.
Have you been affected by a food recall? Do you have tips for keeping track of recalls or ensuring food safety at home? Share your experiences and advice in the comments below!
Have you been affected by a food recall? Do you have tips for keeping track of recalls or ensuring food safety at home? Share your experiences and advice in the comments below!
