RECALL: Boulder Natural Meats recalls poultry, pork and beef products

Boulder Natural Meats, a Denver establishment, is recalling approximately 3,607 pounds of beef, pork, and poultry products due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced on Nov. 7. The products were missing the ingredients statement and some contain milk, a known allergen which is not declared on the product label. The beef, pork, and poultry products were produced on various dates.
The following products are subject to recall:

• 10 lb. vacuum sealed packages of “BN CHICKEN MILD ITALIAN SAUSAGE”
• 10 lb. vacuum sealed packages of “BN CHICKEN HOT ITALIAN SAUSAGE”
• 10 lb. vacuum sealed packages of “BN CHICKEN BREAKFAST SAUSAGE”
• 10 lb. vacuum sealed packages of “FRESH CHICKEN CHORIZO SAUSAGE”
• 8 lb. vacuum sealed packages of “COWBOY BURGERS ASPEN NATURAL MEATS”
• 16 oz. plastic frozen tubs of “CHICKEN LIVERS”
• 8 lb. vacuum sealed packages of “BACON & CHEDDAR CHEESE SEASONED BEEF BURGERS ASPEN NATURAL MEATS”
• 8 lb. vacuum sealed packages of “SMOKED SALT & BALINESE PEPPER SEASONED BURGERS ASPEN NATURAL MEATS”
• 10 lb. vacuum sealed packages of “BN PORK HOT ITALIAN SAUSAGE”
• 10 lb. vacuum sealed packages of “BN PORK MILD ITALIAN SAUSAGE
• 10 lb. vacuum sealed packages of “BN PORK SAGE BREAKFAST SAUSAGE”
• 10 lb. vacuum sealed packages of “BN PORK CHORIZO SAUSAGE”

These products bear establishment number “EST. 18852” and “P-18852” inside the USDA marks of inspection. They were shipped to one distributor and retail stores in Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma.
The problem was discovered by an FSIS investigator who observed misbranded meat products at a retail store. 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.

RECALL: Royal Frozen Food recalls beef and pork products

Royal Frozen Food, a Los Angeles, CA establishment, is recalling approximately 230 pounds of frozen beef and pork products that were not produced under a fully implemented Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan. A portion of these products are missing the USDA mark of inspection and may also contain egg, an undeclared allergen, which was not declared on the product label, the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced.
The frozen food items were produced between Sept. 1, 2014 and Sept. 29, 2015. The following products are subject to recall:

• 17 oz. plastic tray package bearing code #607238300447 and containing 10 pieces of “PRECOOKED STUFFED GRAPE LEAVES WITH BEEF AND RICE.”
• 20 oz. plastic tray package bearing code #607238300454 and containing 8 pieces of “PRECOOKED STUFFED CABBAGE LEAVES WITH BEEF AND RICE.”
• 12 oz. plastic tray package bearing code #607238300553 and containing 10 pieces of “POT STICKERS.”

Some of the products subject to recall bear establishment number “Est. 20585” inside the USDA mark of inspection. One of the products (Pot Stickers) does not contain the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail locations in California.

The problem was discovered by FSIS personnel performing in-plant verification tasks. 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.

RECALL: Good Food Made Simple recalls turkey and pork products

Good Food Made Simple, a Wellesley, MA, distributor, is recalling approximately 3,574 pounds of previously exported turkey sausage breakfast burritos and pork strips and turkey sausage breakfast bowls that were returned from Canada and were not presented for U.S. returned export inspection, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced Friday. Without the opportunity of inspection, a possibility of adverse health consequences exists.
The following products are subject to recall:


• 1998.75 lbs. (533 cases) of “Good Food Made Simple Turkey Sausage Breakfast Burrito” bearing expiration date “03/22/2016.”
• 1575 lbs. (450 cases) of “Good Food Made Simple Pork Strips & Turkey Sausage Breakfast Bowl” bearing expiration date “03/19/2016.”
The products were exported to Canada, brought back into the United States, and distributed in California without the opportunity for FSIS to inspect. 
The problem was discovered during failure to present monitoring. FSIS and the company have received no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about a reaction should contact a healthcare provider.
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.

Big Easy recalls poultry product due to misbranding and undeclared allergen

Big Easy Foods Louisiana Cuisine, Inc., a Lake Charles, LA establishment, is recalling approximately 93,006 pounds of both raw and cooked stuffed chicken product due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced recently. The product contains wheat, a known allergen which is not declared on the product label. 
The following products are subject to recall:


• 3 pound chipboard cartons of BIG EASY FOODS of LA “Boneless Stuffed Chicken with Pork Sausage and Potato Stuffing” with sell by dates of June 9, 2015 through June 8, 2017.
• 3 pound chipboard cartons of BIG EASY FOODS of LA “Fully Cooked Boneless Stuffed Chicken with Pork Sausage and Potato Stuffing” with sell by dates of July 21, 2013 through April 11, 2015.
The products were produced on various dates from June 9, 2013, through June 9, 2015. The products bear the establishment number “13251” inside the USDA mark of inspection and have the sell by date printed on the product label. The products were shipped to retail outlets in Louisiana, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Texas, Arkansas, Missouri, New Jersey, Arizona, Florida, and Tennessee.
The problem was discovered on June 8, 2015 when FSIS personnel observed that the chicken stuffing was formulated with an ingredient that contained wheat gluten.
FSIS and the company have received no reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about a reaction should contact a healthcare provider.
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.

Campos Foods recalls 5,300 pounds of chicken products

Campos Foods LLC, a Caryville, Tennessee, establishment, is recalling approximately 5,300 pounds of chicken products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced on December 31. The recalled products contain peanuts, known allergens, which are not declared on the product label. 
The following items, produced on December 2, 2014, are subject to recall:


• Bulk boxes containing various weights of 90 pieces of “ROCKIN’ ROASTED ROASTED CHICKEN DRUM &THIGH (With Back) Smoke Flavor Added.”
• 16-lb. bulk boxes containing approximately 32 pieces of “ROCKIN’ ROASTED ROASTED CHICKEN QUARTERS Smoke Flavor Added.”
The products subject to recall bear the establishment number “P-2260T” inside the USDA mark of inspection. They were shipped to distribution centers nationwide.
The problem was initially discovered when the firm was notified by a supplier that an ingredient was recalled by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA recall release, “Adams Flavors, Foods & Ingredients Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Peanut Protein In Cumin Products,” can be viewed online.
FSIS and the company have received no reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

Burger King, Starbucks, Papa John’s cut Husi Food Co. ties

As Chinese authorities investigate allegations that Husi Food Co., a subsidiary of OSI Group, sold expired poultry and beef to McDonald’s, KFC, Pizza Hut and Dicos restaurants in China, the list of restaurants that have cut ties with Husi Food is growing. In addition to the four restaurants identified, Burger King, Starbucks and Papa John’s have also stopped purchasing from Husi Food Co.
The international restaurant chains have ended their relationships with Husi Food Co., after China’s Dragon TV released a report, alleging that the company repackaged expired poultry and beef to include false expiration dates, and sold them to McDonald’s, KFC, Pizza Hut and Dicos, a sandwich restaurant chain.
According to a USA Today report, Starbucks removed its Chicken Apple Panini from its shelves after it realized the dish, sourced from one of its suppliers, uses chicken provided by Husi.
Burger King China has launched a full investigation into the matter, and suspended the sale of all products that contain food that came from Husi. Papa John’s stated that meat in its beef and Italian sausage toppings at five of its locations in Shanghai came from Husi Food Co.
Husi Food meat reaches McDonald’s locations in Japan
McDonald's not only purchased meat products from Husi Food Co. for locations in China, but also in Japan. The fast food chain said it has severed ties to has stopped selling Chicken McNuggets at more than 1,300 outlets in Japan as those locations had been using chicken supplied by Husi. McDonald’s stated that the Husi had been supplying chicken to its Japan locations since 2002.
OSI Group continues investigation
After learning of the allegations that Husi Food Co. sold expired meat to the restaurant chains, parent company OSI Group decided to launch an investigation, which is ongoing. The company issued the following statement: “OSI Group takes very seriously a recent media report on Dragon TV regarding products manufactured by its subsidiary, Shanghai Husi Food Co. Ltd. Company management was appalled by the report and is dealing with the issue directly and quickly. The company has formed an investigation team, is fully cooperating with inspections being conducted by relevant, supervising government agencies, and is also conducting its own internal review. The company is committed to sharing the investigation results with the public and taking all necessary actions based on those results.
“Food safety is the cornerstone of our company and our guiding principal when serving the needs of our customers. We have zero tolerance for any actions that compromise food safety. We sincerely apologize to our customers for any problems this has caused and to consumers who may be affected by these events. Our company management believes this to be an isolated event, but takes full responsibility for the situation and will take appropriate actions swiftly and comprehensively.”

Tyson Foods recalls chicken nugget products

Tyson Foods is recalling approximately 75,320 pounds of frozen, fully cooked chicken nugget products produced at Tyson Foods' plant in Sedalia, Mo. The Tyson Foods recall was made after some consumers reported finding pieces of plastic in the chicken nuggets.
The Tyson Foods chicken nugget products subject to recall are:
• 5-lb. bags of "Tyson Fully Cooked White Meat Chicken Nuggets - 16142-928" with a "Best if Used By" date of "Jan 26 2015" or Feb 16 2015." The manufacturer codes "0264SDL0315 through 19" and "0474SDL0311 through 14" can also be found on the bags. The product was sold at Sam's Clubs.
• 20-lb. bulk packs of "Spare Time Fully Cooked Nugget-Shaped Chicken Breast Pattie Fritters w/Rib Meat - 16142-861" with identifying case codes of "0264SDL0315 through 19" and "0474SDL0311 through 14." These products were produced Jan. 26 and Feb. 16, and were shipped for institutional use in Indiana and Arkansas. The product bags bear the establishment number "P-13556."
Similar chicken nuggets in smaller packages are not affected by the recall.
The company has received reports of minor oral injury associated with consumption of these products. The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has received no additional reports of injury or illness from consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness from consumption of these products should contact a healthcare provider.
FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify that 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.

Chile recalls chicken tested positive for dioxin

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service is issuing a public notification of a recall being conducted by the Chilean Ministry of Health for chicken products. After receiving official notification from the government of Chile of the positive result for dioxin in the chicken products, the Food Safety and Inspection Service instructed importers to hold product, which was presented for re-inspection.
The Food Safety and Inspection Service has determined that 188,522 pounds of chicken may be affected and 126,082 pounds is currently being held. The agency is investigating the distribution of the remaining 62,440 pounds and verifying if additional shipments are involved.
Based on the information provided by the Chilean government, the Food Safety and Inspection Service has reason to believe that recent shipments of poultry from Chile contain dioxin, and, because they have been recalled, they are unfit for consumption. Specifically, all products produced at San Vicente between May 29 and June 12 are considered adulterated and should be destroyed.
The Food Safety and Inspection Service may expand the public notification and will take necessary and appropriate action after analyzing updated information received from the government of Chile. The Chilean Ministry of Health and Ministry of Agriculture oversees the recall activities and investigations in Chile. Food Safety and Inspection Service is performing effectiveness checks in the U.S. by verifying that those companies that received implicated product from the Chile-initiated recall have been notified and that all adulterated product is held and destroyed.
Dioxins are a group of inorganic compounds that form naturally during forest fires, as well as from industrial emissions and burning trash. They are incorporated into plants and are potentially eaten by animals where they become concentrated in animal fat. People are exposed to low levels of dioxins through their diet with lesser exposure from air and soil. At very high doses for a prolonged period, dioxins can have adverse health effects. FSIS has determined that exposure to dioxin in the product is low and does not pose a health threat.

Pilgrim's recalls chicken products for potential listeria contamination

Pilgrim's has voluntarily recalled two products from foodservice distributors due to potential contamination from Listeria monocytogenes.
The first product being recalled is 390 pounds of fully cooked grilled chicken breast fillets with rib meat distributed through a foodservice distribution center in Columbus, Ohio, in 30-pound cases. It carries the item code 4250, a code date of 1180 and a use-by date of Dec. 26, 2011. The recalled item was produced in the Pilgrim's plant in Waco, Texas.
The second product is approximately 10,850 pounds of Sweet Georgia brand fully cooked breaded white chicken nuggets shaped patties from foodservice distributors in Long Valley, N.J.; El Paso, Texas; and San Antonio, Texas; in 10-pound cases. The recalled product carries the item code 93804 and a code date of 1147. It was produced in the Pilgrim's plant in Mt. Pleasant, Texas.
The company is not aware of any illnesses or adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone who is concerned about an illness should consult a physician.

USDA recalls 3,300 pounds of chicken shipped to NY distribution centers

New Market Poultry, based in New Market, Va., is recalling over 3,300 pounds of ice-packed, whole chicken products sent to six distribution centers in New York due to contamination concerns.
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service, the products may be adulterated due to leaking cooler condensate. The products had been retained by the FSIS and should not have been shipped.
The items subject to recall include approximately 60-pound boxes of "New Market Poultry 2007, LLC, EVISCERATED POULTRY, For Further Processing Only, Some Parts Missing" bearing a case code of "05412." Each box bears the shipment number "P-4602A" inside the USDA mark of inspection. The products were produced and shipped on Feb. 23, 2011.

RECALL:Pilgrim's Pride recalls 180,000 pounds of breaded chicken wings

Pilgrim's Pride has voluntarily recalled 180,000 pounds of breaded chicken wing products because they contain an undeclared allergen, egg, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service.
Recalled products include 20-pound boxes of Pierce Chicken Hot & Spicy Breaded Chicken Wings, each box containing four five-pound bags, and 10-pound boxes of Sweet Georgia Brand Hot & Spicy Breaded Chicken Wings, each box containing two five-pound bags. Each product bears the establishment number "P-413" and Julian Code dates of 0001, 0007, 0029, 0044, 0056, 0058, 0063, 0075, 0098, 0109, 0119, 0135, 0188, 0215, 0230, 0244 or 0279. Products were produced between Jan. 1, 2010 and Oct. 6, 2010 and distributed to food service centers nationwide.
There have been no illnesses reported in conjunction with the recall.

Salmonella concern forces Windsor Foods recall

Windsor Foods has recalled 1.7 million pounds of chicken quesadillas and beef taquitos from restaurants and stores over salmonella concerns, WebMD reported.
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the ready-to-eat foods contain a hydrolized vegetable protein manufactured by Basic Food Flavors, Las Vegas, Nev., that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recalled on March 4. No illnesses have been associated with the ingredient, according to the USDA.
Windsor Foods has operations in Oakland, Miss., and Lampasas, Texas, and ships its products nationally. The beef taquitos were shipped in boxes bearing the lot number EST.5590. The chicken quesadilla cartons are labeled P-34708.