Yorgo Food's Inc.

Recall #F-0463-2018 · Initiated 2017-11-10

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What happened

Yorgo's Foods has recalled their Baba Ghannouj (a Middle Eastern eggplant dip) because it may contain Listeria monocytogenes, a harmful bacteria. The affected products were sold in New York and New Jersey in various sizes.

Who is at risk

While anyone can get sick from Listeria, it poses the greatest risk to pregnant women, young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems.

What to do

Check your refrigerator for any Yorgo's Foods Baba Ghannouj products and do not eat them. If you have one of the recalled products, throw it away or return it to the store where you bought it. Contact your doctor if you've eaten this product and develop symptoms like fever, muscle aches, or nausea.

Product

Yorgos FOODS Baba Ghannouj UPC: 7 56248 10006 3; Yorgo's Foods BABA GHANNOUJ NET WT. 16 OZ (454g) UPC: 7 56248 10006 3 - Product is packaged in a clear plastic container, keep refrigerated. Yorgo's Foods BABA GHANNOUJ NET WT. 5 LBS 80 oz (2268g)

Reason for recall

Product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Quantity affected

8 oz 176393; 16 oz 5268; 2lb 496; 5lb 1482; 12oz 1373; 7 oz 6160; 14 oz 4075 (total for all products)

Distribution

NY and NJ

Lot / code info

All lots within expiry.

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Telephone