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Botticelli Recalls Salmonella Pistachio Butter After FDA Class I

8/28/2026

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Botticelli Recall

Botticelli Foods LLC voluntarily recalled pistachio nut butter after detecting Salmonella.
The FDA classified the recall as a Class I event on August 26, its highest risk level.
The recall includes 16,200 jars sold at Walmart stores in 19 states.
Consumers should not eat the butter and return it for a full refund.
No illnesses or injuries have been reported linked to the product.

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FDA Flags Outbreak

The FDA reports 431 Salmonella cases and 57 hospitalizations linked to contaminated jalapeños.
The jalapeños originated in Sinaloa, Mexico, and were distributed nationwide by Coast Citrus Distributors.
Chipotle and QDOBA removed the affected peppers from their menus after health officials issued warnings.
The outbreak’s onset dates span June 19 through August 2, according to FDA records.
The FDA’s Class I designation signals a reasonable probability of serious health consequences if consumed.

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Botticelli Recall

Botticelli Foods LLC voluntarily recalled pistachio nut butter after detecting Salmonella.
The FDA classified the recall as a Class I event on August 26, its highest risk level.
The recall includes 16,200 jars sold at Walmart stores in 19 states.
Consumers should not eat the butter and return it for a full refund.
No illnesses or injuries have been reported linked to the product.

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