Garden-Fresh Foods, Inc.

Recall #F-0448-2014 · Initiated 2013-09-20

Plain-language summary

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What happened

Garden-Fresh Foods is recalling Finest Traditions Smoky Baked Beans and other ready-to-eat products because they may contain Listeria monocytogenes, a harmful bacteria that can cause serious illness. The recall affects approximately 94,346 cases distributed nationwide.

Who is at risk

People with weakened immune systems, pregnant women, young children, and older adults are at highest risk for severe illness from Listeria, though anyone can become infected.

What to do

Check your home for the recalled product using UPC 7 33147 00161 5 and Product Code 38854, and do not eat it. Dispose of the product or return it to the store where you purchased it for a refund.

Product

Finest Traditions Smoky Baked Beans,UPC 7 33147 00161 5, 16 oz, Product Code 38854

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 - 9/30/2013

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Letter

Terminated

2014-02-11