Prepackaged Pasta Linked to Six Fatalities
Nine prepackaged pasta products have been recalled due to contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This serious bacteria has been linked to six fatalities, 25 hospitalizations, and 27 reported illnesses across 18 states.
Recall Details and Affected Products
Consumers are advised to thoroughly check their refrigerators and freezers for any of the affected pasta dishes. The following products have been included in the recall:
- Albertsons Store-Made Deli Pasta Salads (sell-by dates: September 8, 2025, to October 4, 2025)
- Giant Eagle Smoked Mozzarella Pasta Salad (expiration dates: September 30, 2025, to October 7, 2025)
- Home Chef Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo (best by June 19, 2025, or earlier)
- Kroger Deli Bowtie and Penne Pasta Salads (sold between August 29, 2025, and October 2, 2025)
- Marketside Grilled Chicken Alfredo with Fettuccine (best by dates before June 2025)
- Marketside Linguine with Beef Meatballs (best by September 22, 2025, to October 1, 2025)
- Scott & Jon’s Shrimp Scamp with Linguini Bowls (best if used by March 2027)
- Sprouts Farmers Market Smoked Mozzarella Pasta Salad (use-by dates: October 10, 2025, to October 29, 2025)
- Trader Joe’s Cajun Style Blackened Chicken Breast Fettuccine Alfredo (best by September 20, 2025, to October 10, 2025)
Health Implications of Listeria Contamination
Listeria monocytogenes poses a significant health risk, especially for vulnerable populations, including the elderly and pregnant women. The symptoms of listeriosis can manifest within a range from one day to ten weeks post-exposure, and may include:
- Fever
- Headache
- Muscle aches
- Gastrointestinal symptoms
If symptoms develop, it is crucial to seek medical attention immediately.
Advice from Health Authorities
As investigations continue, health agencies, including the CDC, FDA, and USDA, emphasize the importance of checking for recalled products. Consumers should dispose of any contaminated items and clean any surfaces or containers that may have come into contact with the potentially affected pasta.
Staying informed through updated recall lists is essential for public safety. The agencies will provide further updates as more information becomes available regarding this outbreak.
