Boston Salads & Provisions Co., Inc.

Recall #F-0410-2014 · Initiated 2013-10-24

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What happened

Boston Salads & Provisions Co., Inc. is recalling seafood salad products sold under multiple brand names because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause illness. The recall affects products sold in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, Rhode Island, and Vermont.

Who is at risk

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

What to do

Check your refrigerator for the affected seafood salad products (Boston Salads, Rachael's Gourmet, Dietz and Watson, or Fresh Ideas brand, 7 oz., 12 oz., or 30 lb. packages) and throw them away or return them to the store. If you've eaten this product and develop symptoms like fever, muscle aches, or diarrhea, contact your doctor.

Product

Seafood Salad packaged in: 7 oz., 12 oz., 30 lbs. Packaged under the following labels: Boston Salads, Rachaels Gourmet, Dietz and Watson, and Fresh Ideas

Reason for recall

Product maybe contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes

Quantity affected

3363

Distribution

CT, MA, ME,RI,VT,

Lot / code info

Sell By dates between 9/13/2013 and 11/4/2013

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

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