November Food Recalls: Full List & Safety Updates

Nationwide Food Recall Alert: Listeria, Salmonella, Undeclared Allergens Trigger Urgent FDA Action

A surge in food recalls throughout November has prompted the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S. Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) to issue warnings about a wide range of products, from ice cream to infant formula, due to contamination concerns and undeclared ingredients. Millions of Americans face potential health risks, particularly those with food allergies or compromised immune systems. The FDA reached out to for comment, emphasizing the importance of consumer vigilance.

The Growing Threat to Food Safety

The recalls, spanning the entire month of November, highlight the ongoing challenges in maintaining the safety of the nation’s food supply. Consuming products with undeclared allergens can be life-threatening for individuals with severe allergies, while bacterial contamination like Listeria and Salmonella can cause serious illness and, in some cases, death. “Consumers rely on food labels to disclose the presence of allergenic ingredients,” the FDA stated, underscoring the critical role of accurate labeling. The agency urges consumers to routinely check for recall notices and discard any potentially dangerous products.

November’s Recall Landscape: A Detailed Breakdown

Here’s a comprehensive overview of the food recalls announced between November 1st and November 30th:

Early November Concerns (November 3-6):

• Supreme Produce Peach Salsa (November 3): Recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination, impacting stores in Illinois, Colorado, Georgia, Washington, Indiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, Arkansas, Oregon, and Michigan.
• First & Last Pasta Sauces (November 3): Marinara, puttanesca, and meat-flavored sauces recalled due to a potential Clostridium botulinum hazard, affecting Connecticut and Massachusetts.
• Häagen-Dazs Ice Cream Bars (November 4): A popular brand issued a recall for undeclared wheat, with products distributed across 27 states and impacting stores like Kroger and Giant Eagle.
• Snow Fruit Peach Salsa (November 4): Another peach salsa recall, this time for Listeria contamination, sold at Kroger locations.
• Brazilian Taste Croquettes (November 4): Chicken and beef croquettes recalled for undeclared sesame, sold online and in select retailers across six states.
• African Food on Wheels Oven Dried Fish (November 6): Recalled due to potential Clostridium botulinum contamination, limited to sales in New York.
• Blue Oven Bakery English Muffins (November 6): Recalled for undeclared milk, impacting Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana.

Mid-November Alerts (November 8-15):

• ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula (November 8): A significant recall linked to 83 cases of infant botulism nationwide, with 13 cases having consumed the formula.
• Moonlight Companies Peaches (November 9): White and yellow peaches recalled nationwide due to Listeria concerns.
• Africa Imports Organic Moringa Leaf Powder (November 12): Recalled for potential Salmonella contamination, sold online nationally.
• Food to Live Powders (November 13): Organic Supergreens Powder Mix and Organic Moringa Leaf Powder recalled due to Salmonella concerns, distributed nationwide.
• Face Rock Creamery Cheese (November 15): Vampire Slayer Garlic Cheddar recalled due to Listeria contamination, sold in Oregon.

Late November Recalls (November 18-26):

• Mangalm Jams (November 18): Tops Mixed Fruit Jam and Tops Strawberry Jam Products recalled for undeclared carmoisine, sold in Utah, Portland, Washington, and California.
• Jeni’s Ice Cream Bars (November 18): Passion Fruit Dreamsicle Ice Cream Bars recalled for undeclared wheat and soy, sold nationwide.
• Majestic Chef Pan (November 19): A 24 cm milk pan recalled due to “significant levels of lead,” distributed in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, Virginia, and Massachusetts.
• Prime Food Lava Buns (November 20): Recalled for undeclared milk, with widespread distribution across 28 states.
• Boar’s Head Salad Products (November 24): Chicken Caesar salad and wrap products recalled due to Listeria contamination, impacting Kentucky and Indiana.
• Belevini Dried Fish (November 25): Dried Whole Salted Smelt, Mullet, and Goby products recalled for potential Clostridium botulinum contamination, sold in New York.
• Prairie Farms Milk (November 26): Fat-free milk recalled due to the presence of food-grade cleaning agents, sold at Woodman’s stores in Illinois and Wisconsin.
• Silvestri Sweets Holiday Barks (November 26): 5-ounce bags of Choceur-branded Holiday Barks recalled for undeclared pecans and wheat, sold nationwide at Aldi stores.
• Ambriola Company Cheese (November 26): Various cheese products, including Pecorino Romano from Locatelli, Boar’s Head, and Member’s Mark, recalled for Listeria contamination, sold nationwide.
• Wegmans Cheese (November 26): Locatelli Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese recalled for Listeria contamination, sold at Wegmans stores in ten states and Washington, D.C.

Understanding the Risks: Symptoms and Prevention

The FDA provides detailed information on the symptoms of Listeriosis, noting that they can range from mild (fever, muscle aches, nausea) to severe (headache, stiff neck, confusion). Symptoms typically appear within two weeks of consumption, but can manifest as early as the same day or as late as 10 weeks after exposure. Undeclared allergens pose a different, but equally serious, threat. “Allergic reactions vary in severity from gastrointestinal disturbances and skin irritation, to anaphylaxis, shock and death,” the FDA warns.

What to Do Now

While many of the recalled products have been removed from store shelves, consumers are strongly advised to check their refrigerators and pantries for any of the listed items. If a recalled product is found, it should be disposed of immediately or returned to the place of purchase for a refund. Staying informed about food recalls is crucial for protecting your health and the health of your family.