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Walmart Recalls Bettergoods Frozen Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine Over Listeria Concerns
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Recall Details
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a voluntary recall of two lots of Bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine sold at Walmart nationwide. The affected 22-ounce bright-yellow packages carry UPC 194346442706 and are marked with lot numbers L6079C or L6080C. Both lots list expiration dates of September 19, 2027 or September 20, 2027. The recall was issued on September 15 after routine sampling identified possible *Listeria monocytogenes* contamination. Gias Foods, Inc., the New York-based manufacturer, has halted distribution of the product and advises consumers to return any purchased packages for a full refund.
Detection and Investigation
Sampling was conducted jointly by the Washington State Department of Agriculture and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services as part of a regular safety program. Their tests indicated the presence of *Listeria* bacteria, prompting the FDA to act. Gias Foods confirmed that no illnesses have been reported to date and that an investigation into the source of the contamination is ongoing.
Health Implications of Listeria
*Listeria* can cause listeriosis, a serious infection especially hazardous to young children, older adults, pregnant people, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Symptoms may include high fever, severe headache, neck stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. In vulnerable populations, the infection can lead to severe pregnancy complications or fatal outcomes.
Consumer Guidance
Customers who purchased the recalled fettuccine are instructed to bring the product back to the Walmart location of purchase for a refund. Gias Foods provided a contact email (sales@giasfoods.com) for additional questions. The FDA recommends that consumers discard any unopened packages that match the described lot numbers and expiration dates.
Related Recalls
The same day, Danone USA issued a separate voluntary recall of its So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert after discovering foreign objects such as small stones in certain pints. The recall applies to all units with best-by dates on or before April 3, 2028 and is limited to that single flavor. Both recalls illustrate heightened scrutiny of frozen food safety by federal and state agencies.