Reser's Fine Foods, Inc.

Recall #F-0339-2014 · Initiated 2013-10-22

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What happened

Reser's Fine Foods is recalling shredded cole slaw products sold under the Sysco Classic and Reser's brand names because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause foodborne illness. The affected products come in 2/7-lb carton cases and were distributed widely across the United States and Canada.

Who is at risk

Everyone can be affected, but pregnant women, young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness from Listeria.

What to do

Check your refrigerator for these cole slaw products and do not eat them—throw them away or return them to the store. If you consumed this product and develop symptoms like fever, muscle aches, or gastrointestinal issues, contact your healthcare provider and mention the potential Listeria exposure.

Product

Cole Slaw, Formula CS.81, packaged under these labels: -Sysco Classic Cole Shredded Slaw Salad packaged in 2/7-lb carton cases. Distributed by Sysco Corporation, Houston, TX. -Reser's Shredded Cole Slaw packaged in 2/7-lb carton cases. Reser's Fine Foods, Inc., Beaverton, OR.

Reason for recall

The recalled products are potentially contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Quantity affected

N/A

Distribution

Distribution was made to AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MO, MS, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WI, WV AND WY. Distribution was also made to Canada.

Lot / code info

Use by dates 10/08/13-11/25/13.

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

Terminated

2017-01-24