Recall alert: Banquet frozen meals possibly contaminated with salmonella

Written by |
Advertisement

More than 100,000 pounds of frozen meals are being recalled due to possible salmonella contamination, according to a notice from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service.

Read more: Diet sodas may be more harmful than you realize, study finds

Banquet chicken nugget meals recalled

The recall applies to Banquet meal trays with breaded chicken nuggets, macaroni and cheese, and a chocolate brownie dessert, which were produced on January 26.

Conagra Brands was notified by a supplier that an ingredient used in the brownie mix may be contaminated with salmonella.

The frozen meals were shipped to retail locations across the country, so if you have one in your freezer, check the packaging to see if you should throw it out.

Here’s exactly what to look for:

7.4 oz. vacuum-packed trays containing “BANQUET Chicken Nuggets with Mac & Cheese” with Code 3100080921 and a “BEST IF USED BY” date of July 20, 2018.

The products bear FSIS establishment number “P-9” printed on the side of the box.


According to a news release, there have been no reports of anyone getting sick from the meals, but you should call your doctor if you have any concerns.

Advertisement

And if you have specific questions about the recall, contact Conagra Brands at (800) 289-6014.

Read more: One of these foods is marked up 636% at restaurants

Advertisement
  • Show Comments Hide Comments