Garden-Fresh Foods, Inc.

Recall #F-0447-2014 · Initiated 2013-09-20

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What happened

Garden-Fresh Foods is recalling its Finest Traditions Southwest Dip and other ready-to-eat products because they may contain Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause illness. This recall affects products sold nationwide.

Who is at risk

People who are pregnant, elderly, very young children, or have weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness from Listeria, though anyone can get sick from it.

What to do

Check your home for the recalled product using the UPC 7 33147 10540 5 and product code 38996. If you have it, throw it away or return it to the store. Do not eat it. Contact your doctor if you develop symptoms like fever, muscle aches, or digestive issues.

Product

Finest Traditions Southwest Dip, UPC 7 33147 10540 5, 8 oz , Product Code 38996

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 9/23/2013 - 10/10/2013

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Letter

Terminated

2014-02-11