The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert due to concerns that the raw, ready-to-cook chicken entrée products may contain egg, a known allergen, which is not declared on the finished product label. FSIS is issuing this public health alert to ensure that consumers with an allergy to eggs are aware that these products should not be consumed. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase.
The bacon-cheddar chicken entree products were produced on Sept. 9, 2022. The following products are subject to the public health alert [view labels]:
- 12 oz. plastic wrapped metal containers containing “aprons READY TO COOK MEAL FOR ONE BACON-CHEDDAR SMOTHERED CHICKEN” with a use by date of 9/21/2022.
The products bear establishment number “P-48176” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to Publix locations in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
The problem was discovered when the establishment notified FSIS that they received notification from their customer that an incorrect label was on the back of the plastic wrapped metal container. The label on the back of the product contains information related to a chicken cordon bleu product, which does not contain egg. The bacon cheddar chicken product contains egg.
There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an illness should contact a health care provider.
FSIS is concerned that some products may be in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers. Consumers with an egg allergy who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
Consumers and members of the media with questions about the public health alert can contact Diana Butz, Retail Compliance Manager of Tampa Bay Fisheries, at 813-752-8883, extension 208.
Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or live chat via Ask USDA from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Consumers can also browse food safety messages at Ask USDA or send a question via email to [email protected]. For consumers that need to report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/.
Valley International Cold Storage Acquisition, LLC, a Harlingen, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 22,061 pounds of frozen beef products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. The product contains milk, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.
The frozen products are labeled as Korean-Style Beef, but contain a chicken sausage and pepper product, which contains milk. These items were produced on July 22, 2022. The following products are subject to recall [view labels]:
- 9.25-oz. cartons labeled as “Healthy Choice POWER BOWLS Korean-Style Beef” with lot code “5246220320” and a “best if used by” date of 04-18-2023.
The products subject to recall bear establishment number “34622” on the end flap of the carton. These items were shipped to retail locations nationwide.
The problem was discovered when the producing establishment notified FSIS that it had received consumer complaints that the Korean-Style Beef cartons contained a chicken-based product.
There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.
FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ freezers. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution lists will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.
Consumers with questions about the recall can contact the Conagra Consumer Care line at 800-672-8152. Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Daniel Hare, Senior Director of Communications, Conagra Brands, Inc., at 312-549-5355 or [email protected].
Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or live chat via Ask USDA from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Consumers can also browse food safety messages at Ask USDA or send a question via email to [email protected]. For consumers that need to report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/.
GHGA is recalling various products (see chart below) due to the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. No other GHGA products are affected by this recall. Listeria monocytogenes is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short- term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, a Listeria monocytogenes infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
To date, we are not aware of any illnesses linked to this recall. Please see attached photos for further identification.
On 9/16/22 the firm was notified by their laboratory that a single sample of a product tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.
Products affected are:
| Product Name | Size | UPC | Sell-by Date | Lot Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asparagus Saute | 9.5 oz | 8 26766 19027 0 | 9/17/2022 | GHGA 254 |
| Diced Bell Pepper and White Onion | 7 oz | 8 26766 19004 1 | 9/15/2022 | GHGA 254 |
| Diced Red Onion | 10 oz | 8 26766 18100 1 | 9/19/2022 | GHGA 254 |
| Fajita Mix | 9.5 oz | 8 26766 19031 7 | 9/17/2022 | GHGA 254 |
| Fiesta Corn | 10 oz | 8 26766 18462 0 | 9/17/2022 | GHGA 254 |
| Hamburger Fixins | 10 oz | 8 26766 19028 7 | 9/17/2022 | GHGA 254 |
| Hatch Chile Guacamole Blender | 9 oz | 8 26766 14452 5 | 9/17/2022 | GHGA 254 |
| Large Medium Salsa | 13 oz | 8 26766 19071 3 | 9/18/2022 | GHGA 254 |
| Large Mild Chunky Guacamole | 13 oz | 8 26766 19053 9 | 9/17/2022 | GHGA 254 |
| Large Mild Salsa | 13 oz | 8 26766 19069 0 | 9/18/2022 | GHGA 263 |
| Mango Habanero Blender | 9 oz | 8 26766 19044 7 | 9/17/2022 | GHGA 264 |
| Medium Hatch Salsa | 13 oz | 8 26766 19076 8 | 9/18/2022 | GHGA 265 |
| Mexican Style Layered Bean Dip | 20 oz | 8 26766 14510 2 | 9/17/2022 | GHGA 266 |
| Mild Guacamole Blender | 13 oz | 8 26766 19045 4 | 9/17/2022 | GHGA 267 |
| Mild Guacamole Blender | 9 oz | 8 26766 14434 1 | 9/17/2022 | GHGA 268 |
| Mushroom Stir Fry Blend | 9 oz | 8 26766 19010 2 | 9/17/2022 | GHGA 269 |
| Seasoned Squash Onion & Dill | 10.5 oz | 8 26766 19036 2 | 9/17/2022 | GHGA 270 |
| Small Medium Hatch Chile Pico de Gallo | 9 oz | 8 26766 19062 1 | 9/18/2022 | GHGA 271 |
| Small Ranch Tray with Dip | 21.0 oz | 8 26766 19087 4 | 9/15/2022 | GHGA 272 |
| Snacking Peppers | 12 oz | 8 26766 19037 9 | 9/17/2022 | GHGA 273 |
| Spicy Guacamole Blender | 9 oz | 8 26766 14436 5 | 9/17/2022 | GHGA 274 |
| Steak Topper | 7.5 oz | 8 26766 19026 3 | 9/17/2022 | GHGA 275 |
| 3 Skewer Veggie Kabobs | 22 oz | 8 26766 19008 9 | 9/17/2022 | GHGA 276 |
| Tri Pepper Blend | 7 oz | 8 26766 19003 4 | 9/15/2022 | GHGA 277 |
| Vegetable Bowl | 42 oz | 8 26766 18468 2 | 9/17/2022 | GHGA 278 |
The products were sold to Kroger and distributed to retail stores on 9/11/22. The Sell-by Date has expired, and products were previously removed from store shelves and are no longer for sale. However, products could still be in possession of consumers. The Sell By Dates and Lot numbers are located on the top primary label of each product. These products were packaged in clear plastic containers and sold primarily in Kroger stores in the produce or deli sections in the states of: Alabama, South Carolina, and Georgia
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or they may discard the product. Consumers with questions can call Customer Service at (888) 449-9386 M-F 8am – 4pm PST.
GHGA has notified Kroger and they have directed their stores to remove the products from the shelves.
This recall is being made with the knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration.
