Gias Foods, Inc. Recalls Bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine Because of Possible Health Risk
Reviewed and published by MPB Safety Desk
What parents need to know
Gias Foods, Inc. is recalling all lot codes of bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine, a frozen pasta product, because it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. An earlier notice covered only two lots; the recall now includes every lot code, so check any package you have regardless of its lot number. This bacteria can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.
Healthy individuals who are exposed may experience only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea. In pregnant women, Listeria monocytogenes infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths. No illnesses have been reported to date. If someone in your household has eaten this product and feels unwell, especially a young child, a pregnant family member, or anyone with a weakened immune system, contact a healthcare provider.
The recall was prompted after routine sampling by state agriculture departments found that the finished product may contain the bacteria. The company has stopped distributing the product while the investigation into the cause continues.
If you have purchased this product, return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, you can contact the company using the details given in the official recall notice.
Recall details
From the official U.S. Food and Drug Administration record
- Recall date
- Remedy
- Consumers who have purchased the above lots of bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at sales@giasfoods.com, and a prompt response will be given.
- Official announcement
Gias Foods of New York, NY is recalling all lot codes of bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria monocytogenes infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
The Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine was distributed nationwide at Walmart stores.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The recalled bettergoods brand Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine is frozen and packaged in a 22 oz, yellow plastic, with UPC# 194346442706.
The recall was the result of a routine sampling program conducted by Washington State Department of Agriculture and Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, which revealed that the finished products may contain the bacteria. The company has ceased the distribution of the product as FDA and the company continue their investigation as to what caused the problem.
Consumers who have purchased the above lots of bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at sales@giasfoods.com, and a prompt response will be given.
- Consumer contact
- sales@giasfoods.com
Recall details are summarized from official government sources and reviewed by our editors before publishing. Information can change after publication. Always confirm the current status, affected models, and remedy instructions in the official U.S. Food and Drug Administration notice before acting.
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