Investigate Your Refrigerator for These 3 Recalled Food Products That Could Pose a Lethal Risk This Thanksgiving Before Preparing Meals
Hey there! Since you're cooking up a Thanksgiving feast, remember to stay safe with the recent food recalls!
Oh, boy! Have you heard about the infant who tragically passed away after consuming contaminated food? Hundreds more have been hospitalized due to foodborne illness outbreaks. So, let's make sure your Thanksgiving meal isn't one of them!
Here are some important recalls you need to check before you start cooking:
#1: Chinese Takeout and Listeria
Brace yourself because, earlier this month, ready-to-eat Chinese food was discovered to be contaminated with Listeria. Tragically, a baby died and over ten people were hospitalized. Although Chinese food isn't usually part of a Thanksgiving spread, it's essential to check your fridge or freezer if you have any of the recalled items. Some of the affected products include precooked meats that people might use around Thanksgiving. It's all good if you haven't bought any, but if you have, toss them out, mate!
REMEMBER: The CDC has all the goss on this one, so head to their recall page for the deets!
#2: Whole Foods Ground Beef and E. coli
Oh, yikes! The FDA recently recalled over 176,000 pounds of ground beef because of E. coli contamination. If you buy beef in bulk and store it in a chest freezer, be sure to double-check if you have any of this recalled beef before using it in your Thanksgiving dishes. Cooking ground beef won't eliminate the toxins created by E. coli bacteria, so it's crucial to review the recall page and ensure your ingredients are safe!
#3: Organic Carrots and More E. coli
Earlier this month, the CDC announced that millions of organic carrots produced by Grimmway Farms were contaminated with potentially deadly E. coli bacteria. This recall is particularly concerning because the carrots were sold under multiple brand names at stores like Trader Joe's, Wegmans, and others. You might have these carrots in your fridge or freezer without realizing it. Since carrots can last a long time, it's crucial to check the recall page and discard any affected carrots immediately.
A word to the wise, my friend: Carrots are a common ingredient in Thanksgiving meals, so don't get caught with your pants down!
Stay healthy, folks! By following these guidelines, you can help ensure your family stays safe and healthy this holiday season.
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Now, get out there and have a fantastic and safe Thanksgiving!
Cheers!
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- Despite Chinese food not traditionally being part of a Thanksgiving spread, it's essential to be aware of the recent recall involving ready-to-eat Chinese food contaminated with Listeria, as precooked meats used around Thanksgiving might be affected.
- Given the recent E. coli contamination in Grimmway Farms' organic carrots sold under multiple brand names, it's crucial to check if any affected carrots, a common ingredient in Thanksgiving meals, are in your fridge or freezer.
