Garden-Fresh Foods, Inc.

Recall #F-0433-2014 · Initiated 2013-09-20

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What happened

Garden-Fresh Foods is recalling Weis brand coleslaw products because they may contain Listeria monocytogenes, a harmful bacteria. This recall affects two package sizes sold nationwide.

Who is at risk

People with weakened immune systems, pregnant women, young children, and older adults are at higher risk of serious illness from Listeria, though anyone can become sick.

What to do

Check your refrigerator for the recalled coleslaw using the UPC codes 0 41497 05849 5 (16 oz) or 0 11596 53100 7 (2/5 lb). Do not eat these products—throw them away or return them to the store for a refund.

Product

Weis Old Fashion Cole Slaw, UPC 0 41497 05849 5, 16 oz, Product Code 05849. Weis Old Fashion Coleslaw, UPC 0 11596 53100 7, 2/5 lb., Product Code 3100.

Reason for recall

Garden-Fresh Foods is recalling various ready-to-eat salads, slaw, and dip products sold under various brands and codes because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Quantity affected

94,346 total cases, for all varieties

Distribution

nationwide

Lot / code info

Code Date 05849 = 09/24/2013 - 10/10/2013. 3100.= 10/2/2013

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Letter

Terminated

2014-02-11