The Noble Spoon Recalls Chicken and Beef Products Produced Without Benefit of Inspection

Class I Recall 012-2016

Health Risk: High Jan 30, 2016

En Español

Congressional and Public Affairs

Richard J. McIntire

(202) 720-9113

WASHINGTON, Jan. 30, 2016 – The Noble Spoon, a Santa Rosa, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 289 pounds of beef and chicken entree products that were produced without the benefit of federal inspection and do not have a federal mark of inspection, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

The fresh beef and chicken items were produced on Jan. 27 and Jan. 28, 2016. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF Only)]

12-oz. sealed plastic trays containing “THE NOBLE SPOON, Chicken Carbonara.”

12.5-oz. sealed plastic trays containing “THE NOBLE SPOON, Chicken Picatta.”

12.5-oz. sealed plastic trays containing “THE NOBLE SPOON, Meatloaf & Potatoes with bacon and cheddar cheese.”

13-oz. sealed plastic trays containing “THE NOBLE SPOON, Spaghetti & Meatballs.”

13-oz. sealed plastic trays containing “THE NOBLE SPOON, John Ash Signature Dish, Campanelle Pasta Bolognese.”

13-oz. sealed plastic trays containing “THE NOBLE SPOON, John Ash Signature Dish, Mexican Pot Roast.”

14.5-oz. sealed plastic trays containing “THE NOBLE SPOON, Chicken Enchiladas.”

15-oz. sealed plastic trays containing “THE NOBLE SPOON, Chicken Burrito.”

The products subject to recall did not undergo federal inspection and do not bear an establishment number or USDA mark of inspection. The products subject to recall have the Sell-by dates of “02 03” or “02 04” printed on the back of the packaging. The items were shipped to retail locations in Marin and Sonoma counties in California.

The problem was discovered by FSIS while conducting surveillance activities at retail establishments.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about a reaction should contact a healthcare provider.

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.

Consumers and media with questions about the recall can contact Charles Lindner, company director of nutrition services, at (707) 525-0143, ext. 131.

Garden of Life, LLC Recalls Raw Meal Organic Shake & Meal Products Because of Possible Health Risk

Consumers: 1-866-465-0051

Garden of Life LLC is voluntarily withdrawing a limited quantity of its Raw Meal Organic Shake & Meal Chocolate, Original, Vanilla and Vanilla Chai because they have the potential to contain Salmonella Virchow. Even though Garden of Life routinely performs pathogen testing on every finished good lot to ensure safety and no product has ever tested positive for the presence of Salmonella, the company felt it was in the public’s best interest to take this voluntary action. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. FDA is investigating illnesses.

Every lot tested negative for the presence of Salmonella prior to release to the market. Raw Meal products are distributed throughout the United States and sold at better health food stores and natural grocers.

Consumers who believe they may have a Raw Meal product affected by this recall, should look for the following lot codes prominently stamped on the underside of the plastic container. The following is the list of lots affected:

PRODUCT NAME Lot Number Exp Date

RAW Organic Meal 10 CNT Tray 47214800 9/12017

RAW Organic Meal Chocolate Full Size 47198800 9/1/17

RAW Organic Meal Full Size 47214600 9/1/17

RAW Organic Meal Vanilla Chai Full Size 47215500 9/1/17

RAW Organic Meal Vanilla Chai Full Size 47215501 9/1/17

RAW Organic Meal Vanilla Full Size 47216100 9/1/17

RAW Organic Meal Vanilla Full Size 47225500 9/1/17

RAW Organic Meal Chocolate Full Size 47225900 9/1/17

RAW Organic Meal Chocolate Full Size 47249200 9/1/17

RAW Organic Meal Vanilla Chai 10 CNT Tray 47183201 9/30/17

RAW Organic Meal Vanilla Full Size 47198601 9/30/17

RAW Organic Meal Vanilla Chai Half Size 47206000 9/30/17

RAW Organic Meal Vanilla Full Size 47225600 9/30/17

RAW Organic Meal Half Size 47225800 9/30/17

RAW Organic Meal Chocolate Half Size 47226200 9/30/17

RAW Organic Meal Vanilla Half Size 47226400 9/30/17

RAW Organic Meal Full Size 47236000 9/30/17

RAW Organic Meal Vanilla 10 CNT Tray 47248000 9/30/17

RAW Organic Meal Full Size 47248901 9/30/17

RAW Organic Meal Vanilla Full Size 47253900 9/30/17

RAW Organic Meal Vanilla Half Size 47257401 9/30/17

RAW Organic Meal Chocolate Full Size 47226000 10/1/17

RAW Organic Meal Vanilla Full Size 47216200 10/31/17

RAW Organic Meal Vanilla Full Size 47225601 10/31/17

RAW Organic Meal Chocolate Full Size 47226100 10/31/17

RAW Organic Meal Chocolate Half Size 47226201 10/31/17

RAW Organic Meal Vanilla Chai Full Size 47226300 10/31/17

RAW Organic Meal Full Size 47246500 10/31/17

RAW Organic Meal Vanilla Chai Full Size 47247600 10/31/17

RAW Organic Meal Chocolate Half Size 47247800 10/31/17

“In an overabundance of caution we are taking this extreme measure because we want to ensure that you never have to wonder about the purity of any Raw Meal product.” said Brian Ray, President of Garden of Life.

Any Raw Meal product from a lot code not listed above is entirely safe and not affected by this recall. All Garden of Life, LLC’s products are manufactured in the United States at FDA and NSF audited facilities, in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices. No Garden of Life product has ever tested positive for salmonella.

If, however, a consumer has purchased a product from any of the lot codes listed above and wishes to return it, they should return the unused portion of the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Questions may be directed to the company at 1-866-465-0051 FREE, Monday-Friday between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM EST.

House of Flavors Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Pecans in Purple Cow Cookie Butter Ice Cream

House of Flavors:1-800-930-7740, ext. 2229

House of Flavors, Inc. is voluntarily recalling a small batch of 8 oz. cups of Purple Cow Limited Edition Cookie Butter Ice Cream, sold at Meijer stores, that contain Purple Cow Butter Pecan Ice Cream with a Purple Cow Butter Pecan lid. Consumers who may have a severe allergy or sensitivity to nuts run the risk of potentially life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

For consumers who are not allergic to nuts, there is no safety issue with this product. The company is conducting an internal audit to determine possible cause. To date, there has been one complaint and no illnesses reported related to the recalled product.

Only 8 oz. cups of Purple Cow Limited Edition Cookie Butter that contain Purple Cow Butter Pecan Ice Cream with a Purple Cow Butter Pecan lid sold at Meijer with UPC Code 13733 61945 and marked Best By November 21, 2016 are affected by the recall. The product was sold at Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin. No other Purple Cow products sold at Meijer stores are involved in the recall.

House of Flavors and Meijer are taking precautionary steps, including removing all potentially-impacted products from Meijer shelves and the entire distribution system.

Consumers who have purchased the recalled products should return them to the store where they were purchased for a full refund. Anyone requiring more information should contact House of Flavors consumer affairs at 1-800-930-7740 FREE, extension 2229, Monday through Friday 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. (EST).

Figi’s Issues Recall Alert on Mislabeled Marzipan

Figi’s: 1-800-437-3817

Figi’s Companies, Inc. of Marshfield, WI is recalling 8 ounce packages of “Classic Marzipan” because the ingredients are not properly labeled and the product contains undeclared almonds. People who have allergies to almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled “Classic Marzipan” was distributed nationwide through mail orders and at one retail outlet.

The product comes in a kraft colored corrugated container with red printed decorations including the Figi’s Logo. It is labeled with a white and red product label in the upper right hand corner that identifies the item as 100-0034-200 “Classic Marzipan” and has a code date in a smaller yellow box in the lower left hand corner of that label. The code date will read either “5 190”, “5 194”, “5 253” or “5 328.” The product itself is contained within a gold foil covered paperboard tray with a clear acetate cover. The package includes Figi’s Special Gift Notice/Product Guarantee that is preprinted on the reverse side with the Nutritional Facts Panel for “Assorted Fruit Shaped Marzipan” and identified with the part number 380-0034-515. The shipping container also contains a promotional coupon for a discount on a future order.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the almond containing product was not labeled with ingredients nor were the presence of almonds highlighted. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company’s Bill of Material verification process.

Production of the product has been suspended until the company is certain that the problem has been corrected.

Consumers who have purchased or received as gifts, 8 oz. packages of Classic Marzipan are urged to return them to Figi’s for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company Monday – Saturday, 7AM – 5:30PM CST at 1-800-437-3817 FREE.

Berks Packing Co. Recalls Beef Products Due to Misbranding

Class II Recall 011-2016

Health Risk: Low Jan 25, 2016

Congressional and Public Affairs

Benjamin Bell

(202) 720-9113

WASHINGTON, Jan. 25, 2016 – Berks Packing Co., a Reading, Pa. establishment, is recalling approximately 1,320 pounds of beef products that may be misbranded, and may contain pork and erythorbate, an additive, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

The beef knockwurst links were produced on Nov. 12, 2015. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF Only)]

1-lb. (plastic shrink wrapped) packages containing links of “BERKS Heat & Serve Knockwurst.” The packages have a sell by date of March 11, 2016 printed on the package.

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 8782” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail locations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, New York, West Virginia, Virginia, and Delaware.

The problem was discovered by company personnel who learned of the incorrect labels being applied to the product and notified FSIS inspectors.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. FSIS has received no additional reports of injury or illness from consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Lynn Farrell, Quality Control Manager, at (610) 376-7291. Media with questions about the recall can contact John Buckley, Director of Operations, at (610) 376-7291.

Whole Foods Recalls Frozen Pizza Products Due to Misbranding

Class II Recall 010-2016

Health Risk: Low Jan 25, 2016

Congressional and Public Affairs

Richard J. McIntire

(202) 720-9113

WASHINGTON, Jan. 25, 2016 – Whole Foods/North Atlantic Kitchens, an Everett, Mass. establishment, is recalling approximately 73,898 pounds of pepperoni pizza products due to misbranding, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The product is labeled as containing uncured beef pepperoni. However, the pizzas contain uncured pork pepperoni, which is not declared on the product label. Some individuals have a sensitivity or intolerance to pork.

The fresh pizza items were produced Jan. 5, 2015, through Jan. 22, 2016. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF Only)]

10-oz. vacuum-sealed packages of “WHOLE FOODS MARKETS, PIZZA, PEPPERONI, 8”.

19-oz. vacuum-sealed packages of “WHOLE FOODS MARKETS, PIZZA, PEPPERONI, 12”.

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 20234” inside the USDA mark of inspection and Sell-by dates of Jan. 12, 2015 through Jan. 30, 2016 printed on the packaging. These items were shipped for wholesale and retail sale in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island.

The problem was discovered by FSIS during a label review at the establishment and occurred as a result of a change in ingredient suppliers.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers.

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact the company at (512) 477-5566 ext. 20060 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday central standard time. Media with questions about the recall can contact Heather McCready via e-mail at: heather.mccready@wholefoods.com.

AA USA Trading Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfites and Colors in AA Brand Dried Kiwi and Dried Mango

Mei Zhang

(732) 651-9948

AA USA Trading Inc. of South River, NJ is recalling is recalling both dried kiwi and dried mango products packaged under the AA brand in 8-ounce plastic bags, because they may contain undeclared sulfites and colors. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to sulfites or food colors run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The AA brand dried kiwi and dried mango products were sold in retail stores in New York and New Jersey beginning in July 2014.

The 8-ounce dried mango product was sold in a plastic bag printed in green and white with the letters “AA” and the “thumbs-up” symbol, labeled “Dried Tai Sweet Mango Slice,” UPC code 6944155210102.

The 8-ounce dried kiwi product was sold in a similar plastic bag printed in green and white with the letters “AA” and the “thumbs-up” symbol, labeled “Dried Kiwi Slice,” UPC code 6944155210041.

No illnesses have been reported to date. No complaints have been received. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the dried kiwi and dried mango products containing sulfites was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of sulfites. Additionally, it was discovered that packaging did not declare the presence of colors FD&C Yellow # 6 in the dried mango product and both FD&C Yellow # 5 and FD&C Blue # 1 in the dried kiwi product. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company’s packaging and labeling processes.

Consumers who have purchased AA brand dried kiwi or dried mango are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Mei Zhang (secretary) (732)-651-9948, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm (Eastern Standard Time).

Home Maid Ravioli Company, Inc. Recalls Beef Ravioli Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens and Produced Without Benefit of Inspection

Class I Recall 009-2016

Health Risk: High Jan 23, 2016

Congressional and Public Affairs

Kristen Booze

(202) 720-9113

WASHINGTON, Jan. 23, 2016 – Home Maid Ravioli Company, Inc., a San Francisco, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 34,200 pounds of beef ravioli products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products contain whey, a known allergen, and pork, neither of which are declared on the product labels. The products were also produced without the benefit of federal inspection.

The Home Maid ravioli items were produced on various dates between Sept. 20, 2015, and Jan. 15, 2016. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels(PDF only)]

15-oz. cardboard boxed packages containing 54 pieces of “Ravioli.”

12-oz. cardboard boxed packages of “Ravioli.”

5-lb. bagged and boxed packages of “Ravioli with Sauce.”

10-lb. bagged and boxed packages of “Ravioli with Sauce.”

12-oz. cardboard boxed packages containing 24 pieces of “Deluxe Ravioli.”

12-oz. cardboard boxed packages containing 24 pieces of “Jumbo Deluxe Ravioli.”

12-oz. cardboard boxed packages containing 24 pieces of “Jumbo Ravioli.”

12-oz. cardboard boxed packages containing 48 pieces of “Ravioli Seasoned w Sausage.”

12-oz. cardboard boxed packages containing 24 pieces of “Ravioli Seasoned w Chicken.”

12-oz. plastic containers of “Ravioli and Spaghetti Italian Style Sauce.”

1-qt. plastic containers of “Italian Style Pasta Sauce.”

1-gal. plastic containers of “Italian Style Pasta Sauce.”

These items were shipped to retail locations in California.

The firm operates under the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA); however the products subject to recall are amenable. The problem was discovered by FSIS during a review of products at a different federal plant.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.

Consumers and media with questions about the recall can contact Richard Cresci, President, at (650) 588-0600.

Pinnacle Foods, Inc. Recalls Chili Products Due To Misbranding

Class III Recall 008-2016

Jan 22, 2016

Congressional and Public Affairs

Kristen Booze

(202) 720-9113

WASHINGTON, Jan. 22, 2016 – Pinnacle Foods, Inc., a Fort Madison, Iowa establishment, is recalling approximately 549,539 pounds of chili products due to misbranding, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products contain Monosodium Glutamate (MSG), which is not declared on the product label.

The Armour Chili items were produced on various dates in Sept. 2015, and Nov. 2015. The following products are subject to recall: [Label]

14-oz. cans of “Armour Chili No Beans” with Best By Dates:

Best By SEP-08-18

Best By SEP-10-18

Best By SEP-13-18

Best By SEP-20-18

Best By SEP-21-18

Best By SEP-27-18

Best By SEP-28-18

Best By NOV-10-18

Best By NOV-11-18

Best By NOV-22-18

Best By NOV-23-18

Best By NOV-24-18

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 2AD” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail locations nationwide.

The problem was discovered by the firm. The firm received new product labels in Sept. 2015; these new labels no longer listed MSG. However, the firm continued to use their old seasoning on products, which does contain MSG. Upon discovery of the discrepancy, all affected product within the firm’s control was placed on hold.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Lynn Reilly Hill, Senior Director of Consumer Relations, at (800) 528-0849. Media with questions about the recall can contact Chris DaVault, Manager of External Communications, at (973) 541-8620.

Consumers with food safety questions can “Ask Karen,” the FSIS virtual representative available 24 hours a day at AskKaren.gov or via smartphone at m.askkaren.gov. The toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) is available in English and Spanish and can be reached from l0 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Recorded food safety messages are available 24 hours a day. The online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/reportproblem.

Dole Fresh Vegetables Announces Voluntary Withdrawal for Salads

Dole Food Company Consumer Response Center

800-356-3111

Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc., is temporarily suspending operations at its Springfield, Ohio production facility, and is voluntarily withdrawing from the market all Dole-branded and private label packaged salads processed at that location (see the product list at http://www.cdc.gov/listeria/outbreaks/) Products subject to the voluntary withdrawal are identified with a product code beginning with the letter “A” in the upper right-hand corner of the package (see example below), and are sold in the following states and Canadian provinces noted below. This suspension and withdrawal is being performed voluntarily by Dole out of an abundance of caution, in collaboration with the Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control. See more about this withdrawal at www.cdc.gov/listeria/outbreaks/

No additional Dole facilities are affected. Other Dole products, including fresh fruit, fresh vegetables and packaged salads from Dole’s other processing facilities (with product codes beginning with the letters “B” or “N”), are not part of this voluntary withdrawal.

Retailers and consumers who have any remaining product with an “A” code should not consume it, and are urged to discard it. Retailer and consumer questions about the voluntary withdrawal should be directed to the Dole Food Company Consumer Response Center at 800-356-3111) (hours are 8:00am-8:00pm Eastern Time, Monday through Friday). Media inquiries should be directed to Bil Goldfield at 818-874-4647.

Retailers which carry Dole products produced in its Springfield, OH plant (with the product code beginning with the letter “A” in the upper right-hand corner of the package) should check their store shelves and warehouse inventories to confirm that no withdrawn product is available for purchase by consumers. Dole Fresh Vegetables’ customer service representatives have been contacting retailers, and are in the process of confirming that the withdrawn product has been removed from the supply chain.

Dole Fresh Vegetables is coordinating closely with regulatory officials.

List of states included in the voluntary withdrawal:

Alabama

Connecticut

Florida

Georgia

Illinois

Indiana

Kentucky

Louisiana

Michigan

Massachusetts

Maryland

Minnesota

Missouri

Mississippi

North Carolina

New Jersey

New York

Ohio

Pennsylvania

South Carolina

Tennessee

Virginia

Wisconsin

List of provinces included in the voluntary withdrawal:

Ontario

New Brunswick

Quebec