Undercooked ready-to-eat chicken used in several other products

Ready-to-eat chicken from National Steak and Poultry that was recalled for undercooking is being used in products produced by other companies, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) disclosed late Friday.

In s statement,  FSIS said it does not have confidence in the safety of any subsequently produced products that have used or incorporated the chicken products that were previously recalled by National Steak and Poultry on Nov. 23, 2016, with an expanded recall occurring on Dec. 4, 2016.

It is now believed the recalled undercooked chicken may be found in these products:

• Ajinomoto brand “Yakitori Chicken with Japanese-Style Fried Rice”
• Archer Farms brand pizza products containing chicken
• Ferratto’s brand chicken pizza product
• Best Choice brand chicken pizza product\
• Nuevo Grille brand chicken quesadilla product
• Schwan’s brand chicken quesadilla product

FSIS has issued a public health alert involving these establishment numbers:  “P-18356”, “P-2539B”, “P-1682A”, and “P-17417”all found  inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to warehouses, distributors, and retail locations nationwide.

A complete list of these products can be viewed here.  And product labels can be viewed here.

Proper cooking of poultry products is essential to eliminate pathogens, such as Salmonella, which are commonly associated with raw poultry products. FSIS became aware that these recalled chicken products were used as an ingredient in other FSIS-regulated products.  This occurred prior to National Steak and Poultry identifying that the chicken products may have been undercooked. The Agency is concerned with the safety of any secondary products that used the recalled chicken products. For safety reasons, consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them.

FSIS says  these establishments were not aware that the recalled poultry may have been undercooked at the time that the recalled poultry was further processed into products for sale to consumers by them.

The agency says it opted to warn the public because e of the large volume  recalled (more than 922 tons), and because of the number of different establishment number now involved.  FSIS will be conducting effectiveness checks to confirm that these products have been removed from commerce.

The original problem with National Steak and Poultry’s various RTE chicken products was discovered on Nov. 14, 2016, when a food service customer complained to the establishment that product appeared to be undercooked.

The recalled products, which have yet to make anybody sick as far as FSIS can tell, should be returned to their place of purchase.

Anyone concerned about an illness should contact a health care provider.

 

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Stonewall Kitchen recalls mixes for tainted powdered milk

A second company has issued a recall of pancake and waffle mixes — this time Stonewall Kitchen — because the FDA found Salmonella at a manufacturing facility where powdered milk for the mixes was produced.

The Stonewall Kitchen recall Thursday came a day after the Publix Super Markets grocery store chain recalled some of its store-branded pancake and waffle mixes, citing the same problem with Salmonella contamination from powdered milk.

Although the Stonewall Kitchen recall notice did not name the powdered milk supplier, a Publix spokeswoman said Wednesday the grocery chain recall was related to a recent seizure action by U.S. Marshals at Valley Milk Products LLC. The Food and Drug Administration sought the enforcement help from the Marshals after finding out the company knew its facility and products were contaminated with Salmonella.

“Stonewall Kitchen of York, ME, is voluntarily recalling limited quantities of (its) Cinnamon Apple, Orange Cranberry and Toasted Coconut pancake and waffle mixes, after the FDA found traces of Salmonella at the manufacturing facility of the ingredient supplier for the powdered buttermilk used in these products,” according to the Stonewall Kitchen recall notice.

“Although no pathogenic bacteria have been found in the powdered products supplied to Stonewall Kitchen by the ingredient manufacturer, nor in any of the Stonewall Kitchen pancake and waffle mixes themselves, we have decided out of an abundance of caution to recall products produced from the specific lots purchased from this ingredient supplier.”

The recalled Stonewall Kitchen mixes were distributed nationwide to consumers via direct-to-consumer sales from internet and catalog orders, through its wholesale division and at its 10 Stonewall Kitchen Company Stores on the East Coast.

Consumers can identify the recalled Stonewall Kitchen mixes by the following label information:

• Stonewall Kitchen Cinnamon Apple Pancake & Waffle Mix in 16-ounce containers with “Enjoy By” dates of 15Feb18 and 16Feb18, the UPC number 711381025659 and item number 551118;
• Stonewall Kitchen Orange Cranberry Pancake & Waffle Mix in 16-ounce containers with the “Enjoy By” date of 09Feb18, the UPC number 711381325971 and item number 554130; and
• Stonewall Kitchen Toasted Coconut Pancake & Waffle Mix in 16-ounce containers with the “Enjoy By” date of 30Nov17, the UPC number 711381033494 and item number 551133.

“To date, Stonewall Kitchen has not experienced any problems or complaints about these products. No injuries or illnesses have been reported,” according to the Thursday recall notice posted on the FDA’s website.

“If consumers have any of the above product, they must discontinue use and discard product immediately. Consumers should contact Stonewall Kitchen Premier Guest Services by email at guestservices@stonewallkitchen.com or by phone at 800-826-1735 for refund instructions and any further information.”

Anyone who has eaten pancakes or waffles made with the recalled Stonewall Kitchen mixes and developed symptoms of Salmonella infection should seek medical attention and tell their doctors about the possible exposure to the pathogen.

Salmonella is a microscopic organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

Healthy people infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea that often is bloody, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections, endocarditis and arthritis.

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Meatloaf recalled because of undeclared allergens, wrong labels

Taylor Farms Northwest LLC of Kent, WA, is recalling meatloaf products because of misbranding and undeclared allergens.

There is concern consumers may have the improperly labeled products in their homes because they have sell-by dates of Dec. 10, according to the recall notice posted by the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service.

People with allergies or severe sensitivities to fish — anchovies — or milk could have serious or life-threatening reactions to Taylor Farms recalled turkey meatloaf with kale. The fish and milk are not listed on the product’s label.

Homestyle meatloaf from Taylor Farms is also under recall. It contains beef and pork, which are not listed on the label. Retailers in Washington and Oregon received the recalled meatloaf. Both varieties have the establishment number “EST. 34834” inside the USDA mark of inspection.

The specific meatloaf products subject to recall are:

• 20 units of 16-ounce aluminum loaf pans with plastic lids containing 1 piece of “Turkey Meatloaf with Kale” with a sell by date of 12/10/2016; and
• 59 units of 16-ounce aluminum loaf pans with plastic lids containing 1 pieces of “Homestyle Meatloaf” with a sell by date of 12/10/2016.

The labeling problems were discovered when a broker notified Taylor Farms Northwest.

“The firm investigated and found that the ingredient label on the bottom of the packages was incorrect, due to improper placement. The firm observed that although the correct principal display panel labels were attached to the top of the packages; the wrong ingredients statement label was attached to the bottom of the packages,” according to the recall notice.

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Kerri Tate, the quality manager at Taylor Farms Northwest LLC at 253-548-5174.

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Publix recalls mixes; cites powdered milk Salmonella problem

The Publix Super Markets grocery chain is recalling some of its pancake and waffle mixes because powdered milk in them may be contaminated with Salmonella.

Publix officials initiated the recall after the supplier of the powdered milk notified them about the possible contamination, according to a notice posted on the grocery chain’s website Wednesday.

Consumers are urged to check their homes for the recalled pancake and waffle mixes. Anyone who has any of the recalled mixes should return them to the place of purchase for a refund or discard them. The recalled mixes should not be used.

The mixes were sold at Publix stores in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, Tennessee and North Carolina.

Valley Milk Products LLC is not named in the Publix recall notice, but the recall is related to the recent government seizure of 4 million pounds of dry milk products from the milk cooperative’s Strasburg, VA, plant, a Publix spokeswoman said Wednesday evening.

Armed U.S. Marshals seized nonfat milk and buttermilk powdered products Nov. 30 at the request of the Food and Drug Administration. In September, FDA inspectors discovered Valley Milk Products’ records showed the company had found Salmonella in plant environments and in finished products.

FDA inspectors found residues on processing equipment after it had been cleaned and condensation from the ceiling falling on the food manufacturing equipment.

Salmonella meleagridis was found on food contact surfaces after pasteurization. The facility is not currently producing dry milk. It has a capacity to turn out 200 million pounds per year.

Consumers can identify the specific Publix mixes by looking for the following label information — all lot codes of the following items are affected by this recall:

• Publix Premium Banana-Flavored Chocolate Chip Pancake & Waffle Mix, 16-ounce, with the GTIN code 4141503503;
• Publix Premium Pumpkin Pancake & Waffle Mix, 16-ounce, with the GTIN code 4141503703; and
• Publix Premium Blueberry Flavored Pancake & Waffle Mix, 16-ounce, with the GTIN code 4141503603.

Anyone who has consumed anything made with the recalled mixes and then developed symptoms of Salmonella infection should seek medical attention and tell their doctors about their possible exposure to the pathogen.

Salmonella is a bacterium that can cause diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps. Most people recover without treatment. In some cases, diarrhea may be so severe that patients need to be hospitalized. The elderly, infants and those with impaired immune systems are more likely to have a severe illness.

“As part of our commitment to food safety, potentially impacted product has been removed from all store shelves,” said Maria Brous, Publix media and community relations director, in the recall notice.

“To date, there have been no reported cases of illness.”

Publix customers with questions can call 800-242-1227.

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Clif Bar & Co. recalls energy bars because of plastic pieces

Clif Bar & Co. is recalling an unrevealed volume of its energy bars because fragments of plastic have been found in some chocolate hazelnut Nut Butter Filled bars.

Only the chocolate hazelnut butter flavor of “CLIF Nut Butter Filled” energy bars is under recall. The recall covers individual bars, 12-count “caddies” and cases, according to the recall notice posted on the Food and Drug Administration’s website.

The company did not provide any details on the number of bars under recall or where they have been distributed. The FDA is barred from making such information available to the public because of federal law protecting “confidential corporate information.”

The recalled bars can be identified by the following label information:

• Individual bars of Chocolate Hazelnut Butter CLIF® Nut Butter Filled energy bars with “best by” dates of 10JUN17N4 or 11JUN17N4 and a UPC number of 7-22252-26800-6;
• 12-count caddies of Chocolate Hazelnut Butter CLIF® Nut Butter Filled energy bars with “best by” dates of 10JUN17N4 or 11JUN17N4 and a UPC number of 7-22252-36800-3; and
• Cases with the UPC number 00722252-56800-7.

The company is asking consumers to return product to the store where purchased to request an exchange or full refund. Affected product should then be discarded and not consumed. Consumers with questions may call 866-967-9776.

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Oriental Packing Co. recalls more curry spice because of lead

Oriental Packing Co. Inc. is again recalling spice products because of lead, this time pulling back an undisclosed amount of curry powder. In August the Miami company recalled almost 200 tons of blended curry spices because of lead contamination.

The new recall involves Oriental brand and OCHO-RIOS brand curry powder, according to the recall notice posted Wednesday on the Food and Drug Administration’s website.

While FDA has not set a specific limit for lead in spices, the agency does have a limit of 0.1 parts per million (ppm) on lead in candy. The Environmental Protection Agency considers lead levels of 0.015 ppm in drinking water too high for human consumption.

Lead accumulates in the body over timed can cause serious and sometimes permanent health and learning problems, especially in children, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The curry powder recalled Wednesday was distributed to retailers in Jamaica and Florida. Consumers are urged to check their homes for the recalled spice and either throw it away or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Specific products included in this recall — all with the same date and lot codes — are:

• OCHO-RIOS Jamaican Nice Mild and Spicy Hot Curry Powder in 4-ounce plastic bottles with “BEST BEFORE: 9/19/19 through 9/21/19” and a lot number of either 091316A or 091316B;
• OCHO-RIOS Mild Curry Powder in 5-pound plastic bags with “BEST BEFORE: 9/19/19 through 9/21/19” and a lot number of either 091316A or 091316B; and
• Oriental Hot Curry Powder in 50-pound bags with “BEST BEFORE: 9/19/19 through 9/21/19” and a lot number of either 091316A or 091316B.

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Snow Monkey pods recalled because of Listeria at Dr. Bob’s

FMIF Holdings LLC is recalling Snow Monkey Goji Berry flavor and Cacao flavor frozen treats because the U.S. Food and Drug Administration found Listeria monocytogenes in the  the Dr. Bob’s ice cream manufacturing plant where Snow Monkey products were made.

Dr. Bob’s of Upland LLC, now reportedly closed, is FMIF’s former manufacturing plant. The Snow Monkey recall notice includes the same paragraph as several other ice cream company recalls this fall.

“The recall is the result of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration finding samples positive for Listeria monocytogenes in the facility of the contract manufacturer, Dr. Bob’s of Upland LLC and in finished product of an unrelated company’s brand that was manufactured at Dr. Bob’s facility, leading the contract manufacturer to recall all ice cream products produced this year at its facility,” according to the Snow Monkey recall notice.

The Snow Monkey recalled products are:

• 8-ounce Snow Monkey Subzero Superfood in Cacao delivered from online order between May and June and stamped with a barcode that reads “000000000000 Sample Only – Not for Resale’
• 8-ounce Snow Monkey Subzero Superfood in in Goji Berry delivered from online order between May and June and stamped with a barcode that reads ‘000000000000 Sample Only – Not for Resale’

Barcodes can be found printed horizontally on the side of the label next to the nutritional facts.

The recalled Snow Monkey products were distributed via online order between May and June in California, Missouri, Massachusetts, New York, Florida, Illinois, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, Hawaii, Oregon, Colorado, Washington D.C., Michigan, Connecticut, Maine, New Jersey, New Hampshire. None of the recalled Snow Monkey products were sold at retail locations.

The products have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections especially in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

Others may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

To date, no illnesses have been reported resulting in conjunction from consuming Snow Monkey products.

Customers who received the recalled 8-ounce pods via online order between May and June are urged to dispose of any remaining products immediately as they may be at risk. The majority of the 8-ounce pods were filled with a batch machine, there was no Listeria found in the batch machine by the FDA.

The other ice cream recalls posted to date with the FDA in relation to the Dr. Bob’s facility are:

• Nov. 2 AC Creamery of Anaheim one flavor — Manila Sky Purple Yum;
• Nov. 4 McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams of Santa Barbara seven flavors — mint chip, peppermint stick, salted caramel chip, sweet cream, Turkish coffee, vanilla bean and Dutchman’s chocolate;
• Nov. 9 ISB Food Group of Los Angeles two flavors of Nancy’s Fancy brand — butterscotch Budino gelato and peanut butter with crunchy peanuts gelato;
• Nov. 9 ISB Food Group two flavors of L.A. Creamery brand — honeycomb ice cream and salted caramel; and
• Nov. 10 Agave Dream of Palos Verdes Peninsula five flavors — chocolate, lavender, vanilla, chocolate chip and cappuccino.

For additional details on the other recalls related to the Listeria found in the Dr. Bob’s production facility, please see: “Dr. Bob’s closes in wake of ice cream recalls for Listeria“

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