Pita Pal Foods LP

Recall #F-1584-2016 · Initiated 2016-05-05

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What happened

Pita Pal Foods is recalling Texas Caviar products because they may contain Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness. The recall affects two package sizes sold in eight states.

Who is at risk

Everyone should be concerned, but the risk is especially serious for pregnant women, newborns, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems.

What to do

Stop eating this product if you have it at home. Check your refrigerator for the recalled items (8 oz. or 4.5 lb packages with the listed UPC codes), throw them away, and wash any surfaces they touched. Contact Pita Pal Foods or your doctor if you have symptoms like fever, muscle aches, or digestive issues.

Product

Pita Pal Texas Caviar Net Wt. 8 oz. (226g) UPC: 8-50157-0006-0 Keep Refrigerated Pita Pal Foods, LP. Houston, TX 77003 www.pitapal.com; Pita Pal Texas Caviar UPC: 8-50157-00086-2 Keep Refrigerated Net Weight: 4.5 lbs;

Reason for recall

Product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Quantity affected

715 cases

Distribution

AZ, CA, FL, GA, MI, NY, OK, TX

Lot / code info

Expiration Date or Use/Freeze by dates through June 13, 2016.

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Press Release