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Listeria Outbreak in Frozen Pasta: 4 Deaths, 20 Sickened

10/3/2025

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A listeria outbreak linked to frozen pasta meals has caused four deaths and at least 20 illnesses in the U.S.
The CDC reports cases in 15 states; Walmart's Marketside Linguine with Beef Meatballs, Albertsons' deli-made pesto pasta salads, and Trader Joe’s are recalled.
The outbreak is tied to Nate’s Fine Foods, a FreshRealm supplier; consumers should not consume recalled items.

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Story summary

A listeria outbreak linked to frozen pasta meals has caused four deaths and at least 20 illnesses in the U.S.
The CDC reports cases in 15 states; Walmart's Marketside Linguine with Beef Meatballs, Albertsons' deli-made pesto pasta salads, and Trader Joe’s are recalled.
The outbreak is tied to Nate’s Fine Foods, a FreshRealm supplier; consumers should not consume recalled items.