Gourmet Classic Salads, Inc.

Recall #F-2092-2017 · Initiated 2017-03-20

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What happened

Gourmet Classic Salads is recalling approximately 530 Roast Beef Sandwiches sold in Florida because they may contain Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause foodborne illness. The contamination was discovered through FDA testing of samples from the company's facility.

Who is at risk

People who are pregnant, elderly, very young children, or have weakened immune systems are at highest risk of serious illness from Listeria, though anyone who consumed these sandwiches should be aware of potential symptoms.

What to do

If you purchased a Roast Beef Sandwich from Gourmet Classic Salads in Florida, do not eat it—discard it or return it to the store. Contact your doctor if you develop fever, muscle aches, nausea, or diarrhea within the next few weeks.

Product

Roast Beef Sandwich. Prepared by Gourmet Classic Salads 240 E Bullard Ave. Lake Wales, FL 33853

Reason for recall

FDA Environmental samples and finished product collected at the firm revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The firm is recalling the products due to the potential for Listeria contamination.

Quantity affected

Approx.530 sandwiches

Distribution

Throughout Florida

Lot / code info

Manufactured between 01/30/2017-02/22/2017, with expiration date through 03/01/2017.

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

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