La Preferida, Inc. is voluntarily recalling 4,734 cases (56,808 cans) of La Preferida Whole Pinto Beans 29 oz. (Water & Salt). Can Code: PINTO LP, BEST BY 01/03/2015, “Time” 3003. The manufacturer’s preliminary inspection indicates 420 cans may not have been fully processed, which could result in product contamination by spoilage organisms or by pathogens, which could lead to illness if consumed.
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La Preferida, Inc. Issues A Voluntary Recall Of La Preferida Whole Pinto Beans 29 OZ. (Water & Salt)
Daesang Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Mixed Soy Bean Paste (Sesame and Garlic)
March 19, 2013 – Daesang America Inc. One University Plaza, Suite 603, Hackensack, NJ 07601 is recalling its 500gram (17.64 Ounce) packages of Sesame and Garlic flavored Mixed Soy Bean Paste because they may contain undeclared peanuts. People who have…
Natura Pet Issues Voluntary Recall of Specialized Dry Pet Foods Due to Possible Health Risk
Natura Pet Products is voluntarily recalling specific lots of dry pet food because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. No Salmonella-related illnesses have been reported.
Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and the…
FDA Warns Consumers Not to Eat Certain ProtiDiet High Protein Chocolate Dream Bars Manufactured by Pro-Amino International, Inc., Quebec, Canada
Pro-Amino International Inc. is recalling protein bars which may contain Salmonella. The product is the ProtiDiet High Protein Chocolate Dream Bar, sold in 210 gram (7.4 oz.) packages, 7 bars per package, bearing UPC 6 21498 42238 1, lot code CR 18 13B…
Nishimoto Trading Co., LTD Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Kameda Brand 4.37 oz Packages of Rice Cracker “Kotsubukko”
Nishimoto Trading Co., Ltd of Santa Fe Springs, CA, is recalling its 4.37 ounce packages of Kameda Brand Rice Cracker “Kotsubukko” snack food because they may contain undeclared milk. People who have allergies to milk run the risk of serious or life-th…
Grippo Foods Inc. Issues A Voluntary Recall Of All Sizes Of Their Plain Potato Chips, Bar-B-Q Potato Chips, Cheddar Cheese With A Touch Of Jalapeno Potato Chips, Hot Dill Pickle Potato Chips, Sweet Bermuda Onion Potato Chips And Salt & Vinegar Potato Chips Due To Possible Health Risk
Grippo Foods, Inc, Cincinnati, OH, is initiating a nationwide recall of all bags and boxes of their Plain Potato Chips, Bar-B-Q Potato Chips, Cheddar Cheese with a touch of Jalapeno Potato Chips, Hot Dill Pickle Potato Chips, Sweet Bermuda Onion Potato chips and Salt & Vinegar Potato Chips. These products may have the potential to contain metal fragments.
(Final Update) Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium Infections Linked to Ground Beef

- A total of 22 persons infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella Typhimurium were reported from 6 states.
- The number of ill persons identified in each state was as follows: Arizona (1), Illinois (2), Iowa (1), Michigan (9), Pennsylvania (1), and Wisconsin (8).
- 50% of ill persons were hospitalized, and no deaths were reported.
- Collaborative investigative efforts of state, local, and federal public health and regulatory agencies indicated that ground beef produced by Jouni Meats, Inc. and Gab Halal Foods were the likely sources of this outbreak.
- On January 24, 2013, Jouni Meats, Inc. recalled approximately 500 pounds of ground beef products.
- On January 25, 2013, Gab Halal Foods recalled approximately 550 pounds of ground beef products.
- Consumers should check their freezers for recalled products and not eat them; retailers and food service operators should not serve them.
- While the use-by date of the recalled ground beef products has passed, consumers might still have recalled ground beef in their homes if the ground beef was frozen at home.
- Consumers should not eat raw or undercooked ground beef.
- Cook ground beef hamburgers and beef mixtures such as meat loaf to 160°F internal temperature using a food thermometer.
- This particular outbreak appears to be over. However, Salmonella is an important cause of human illness in the United States. More information about Salmonella infection, and steps people can take to reduce their risk of infection, can be found on the CDC Salmonella Web Page.
(Final Update) Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium Infections Linked to Ground Beef

- A total of 22 persons infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella Typhimurium were reported from 6 states.
- The number of ill persons identified in each state was as follows: Arizona (1), Illinois (2), Iowa (1), Michigan (9), Pennsylvania (1), and Wisconsin (8).
- 50% of ill persons were hospitalized, and no deaths were reported.
- Collaborative investigative efforts of state, local, and federal public health and regulatory agencies indicated that ground beef produced by Jouni Meats, Inc. and Gab Halal Foods were the likely sources of this outbreak.
- On January 24, 2013, Jouni Meats, Inc. recalled approximately 500 pounds of ground beef products.
- On January 25, 2013, Gab Halal Foods recalled approximately 550 pounds of ground beef products.
- Consumers should check their freezers for recalled products and not eat them; retailers and food service operators should not serve them.
- While the use-by date of the recalled ground beef products has passed, consumers might still have recalled ground beef in their homes if the ground beef was frozen at home.
- Consumers should not eat raw or undercooked ground beef.
- Cook ground beef hamburgers and beef mixtures such as meat loaf to 160°F internal temperature using a food thermometer.
- This particular outbreak appears to be over. However, Salmonella is an important cause of human illness in the United States. More information about Salmonella infection, and steps people can take to reduce their risk of infection, can be found on the CDC Salmonella Web Page.
Bravo! Recalls 2 lb Tubes of Chicken Blend-Raw Frozen Food Diet for Dogs and Cats (One Lot Code) Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk
Bravo! is voluntarily recalling its 2 lb tubes of Bravo! Raw Food Diet Chicken Blend for Dogs and Cats, product code: 21-102, batch ID code 6 14 12, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The recall involves 2 lb. Bravo! Chic…
Premium Edge, Diamond Naturals and 4health Dry Cat Food Formulas Voluntarily Recalled Due to Possibility of Low Levels of Thiamine (Vitamin B1)
Diamond Pet Foods is voluntarily recalling limited production codes of Premium Edge Finicky Adult Cat Formula dry cat food, Premium Edge Senior Cat Hairball Management Formula dry cat food, Premium Edge Kitten Formula dry cat food, Diamond Naturals Kit…
