Reser’s Fine Foods Recalls Meal Kits Over Potential Listeria Contamination Linked to Chicken Supplier
Reser’s Fine Foods has issued a voluntary recall for a limited number of meal kits due to concerns about potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination in the chicken supplied by BrucePac, an external ingredient provider. This recall was announced on October 10, 2024, as a precautionary measure to protect consumers from the possible health risks posed by this dangerous bacterium.
Listeria monocytogenes is a harmful organism that can cause severe infections, particularly in young children, elderly individuals, and those with weakened immune systems. While healthy people may only experience short-term symptoms like fever, headaches, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, more vulnerable groups are at higher risk of experiencing life-threatening complications. Pregnant women, for example, face the potential risk of miscarriages or stillbirths if infected with Listeria.
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The recalled meal kits were distributed across a wide range of states, including Alabama, California, New York, Texas, Florida, and several others. As a response to this situation, Reser’s Fine Foods is no longer sourcing any ingredients from the BrucePac facility linked to the contamination concerns. Consumers who have purchased the affected meal kits are urged not to consume any part of them. Instead, they are encouraged to either return the products to the point of purchase for a full refund or simply dispose of them to prevent potential health risks.
For anyone seeking further information or guidance, Reser’s Fine Foods has provided a customer service line, available Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. Consumers can contact the company at 888-223-2127 with any questions regarding the recall.
This recall underscores the importance of maintaining food safety standards, as even a limited contamination can pose significant health risks. Reser’s Fine Foods is taking responsible steps by swiftly addressing the issue, removing affected products from circulation, and ensuring that no further ingredients are sourced from the implicated supplier.
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