Gias Foods, Inc. is expanding the scope of a previous recall to encompass every lot code of Bettergoods brand Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine. This action follows concerns the product might be contaminated with listeria, according to an alert issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Thursday.
The Frozen Recalled Pasta:
The frozen pasta was distributed nationwide to Walmart locations. The recall includes all lot code numbers, and the product is found in 22-ounce yellow plastic packages with UPC number 194346442706. Currently, no illnesses have been associated with the recalled pasta, as per the FDA alert.
The recall is part of numerous similar recalls this year across the country addressing issues like potential damage, foodborne illness, contamination, lack of inspection, or undeclared food allergens.
Recent Developments:
Recently, federal officials also announced a recall by Star Meat Delivery Inc., affecting about 167,639 pounds of raw beef, pork, and goat products due to lack of federal inspection.
A Walmart communications representative stated, “Safety is a top priority. When notified of recalls, we move quickly to remove impacted products from our stores and block sales at registers and online. We are working closely with our suppliers, and customers should discontinue use and follow recall instructions.”
What Led to the Recall:
The recall followed routine sampling by the Washington State Department of Agriculture and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, identifying potential bacterial contamination. “The company has ceased distribution of the product, and FDA along with the company are investigating what caused the issue,” the alert mentioned. Last month, the product received a Class I designation, described by FDA as a situation posing reasonable probability of causing serious health consequences or death.
Consumers are urged to return the purchased frozen pasta to the place of purchase for a refund. Questions can be directed to the company via email at [email protected].
The FDA warns that Listeria monocytogenes can cause severe infections, sometimes fatal, in people with weakened immune systems, older adults, and children. Pregnant women could face miscarriages or stillbirths, and healthy individuals may experience symptoms like high fever, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, severe headaches, and stiffness.
Recall Context and Foodborne Illness in 2026:
The latest recall update comes amid growing concerns over foodborne illnesses and recalls, involving salmonella and cyclospora cases nationally.
The major cyclospora outbreak this year linked to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico was declared over by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), having sickened thousands nationwide. A recall of fresh jalapenos due to salmonella concerns led to further recalls affecting dips, salsas, and other prepared foods. As of Friday, nearly 500 individuals reported sickness and 65 were hospitalized according to FDA data.
Insights on Large Company Recalls:
Keith Schneider, a professor of food safety at the UF Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, explained that large companies distribute significant amounts of food, increasing the likelihood of detecting problems with those products.
Schneider elaborated, “Large distribution means higher chances for multiple sickness cases and easier detection by health officials. A small farm with similar contamination rate may never have its product linked to an illness due to fewer units sold.” Schneider noted this does not imply large companies are less safe, merely that the scale of distribution makes problems more visible.
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