Carrots & Every Other Major Food Recall You Need to Know About Right Now
Food recalls have become an inevitable part of being a consumer in today's world. Even companies that tout the best food safety practices may sometimes produce foods that present a safety risk to consumers, whether it's because they contain an undeclared allergen or are contaminated with infectious bacteria. So when producers discover or suspect that one of their products is unsafe, they pull it from shelves and warn customers against consuming the item by issuing a recall.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) both have dedicated pages on their websites where they frequently publish new recall notices. But unless you make a point of checking both government-run sites daily, it's very possible that you could entirely miss a food safety warning that pertains to something in your own pantry—especially if it doesn't make major news headlines.
So, to keep consumers up to date on which food products they should avoid, we've rounded up all the major food recalls that every American consumer should know about right now. We will be continuously updating this story with the latest recalls as they are announced throughout 2024, so be sure to bookmark this page and check back for the latest.
Organic carrots
If you recently purchased organic whole or baby carrots from the grocery store, you should check your fridge immediately. The supplier behind carrots sold at Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Target, Wegmans, and several other retailers has recalled select packages of the veggies because they may be contaminated with E. Coli, which can cause illness in humans.
Though none of the recalled carrots have tested positive for the bacteria and production has since been halted, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says they may be linked to an E. coli outbreak that has killed one person and sicked 39.
The recall only applies to organic whole carrots sold in retail stores from Aug. 14 to Oct. 23 and organic baby carrots with "best if used by" dates ranging from Sept. 11 through Nov. 12. Consumers who believe they may have purchased the impacted carrots should check out the full list of recalled brands and other identifying information on the FDA notice—and discard any bags that match.
Kirkland Signature Butter
Nearly 80,000 pounds of Kirkland Signature-brand butter sold at Costco have been recalled because the items may be missing a statement that they contain milk, one of the eight major food allergens as classified by the FDA. The recall impacts one-pound packages of Kirkland Signature Unsalted Sweet Cream Butter with a universal product code (UPC) of 96619-38496, as well as packs of Kirkland Signature Salted Sweet Cream Butter of the same size with a UPC of 96619-38488.
Only boxes with certain lot numbers and best by dates are subject to recall. Here are the affected unsalted butter batches:
- Lot # 2424091 with a best by date of Feb. 22, 2025
- Lot # 2424111 with a best by date of Feb. 23, 2025
- Lot # 2426891 with a best by date of March 22, 2025
- Lot # 2426991 with a best by date of March 23, 2025
Here are the affected salted butter batches:
- Lot # 2424191 with a best by date of Feb. 23, 2025
- Lot # 2427591 with a best by date of March 29, 2025
Those with milk allergies or sensitivities who recently purchased the butter without knowing that it contains the dairy product should discard it or return it for a refund.
Wegmans Large Asian Sesame Salad
On Nov. 8, Wegmans recalled its Large Asian Sesame Salad with Chicken and Asian Peanut Dressing because the product may contain undeclared egg, which can pose risk to people with allergies or sensitivities. Any Large Asian Sesame Salad with a UPC that starts with 2-27306 is subject to the recall. The salads were also packed between Nov. 5 through Nov. 8 and have sell by dates from Nov. 7 through Nov. 10. Customers may return the impacted salads to their local Wegmans for a full refund.
Savencia Cheese products
Several brands of soft ripened cheeses have been recalled by Savencia Cheese USA because they may be contaminated with Listeria, which can cause foodborne illness.
The impacted products are: Aldi Emporium Selection Brie, Supreme Oval, La Bonne Vie Brie, La Bonne Vie Camember, Industrial Brie, Market Basket Brie, and Glenview Farms Spreadable Brie. Only packages of these cheeses with certain UPCs and best by dates are subject to the recall.
Consumers who recently purchased one of these cheeses should check the recall notice to see if their packs have matching UPCs and best by dates, and return them to the place of purchase if they do match.
International Delight Zero Sugar Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer
Over 10,000 bottles of International Delight's "Home Alone" Zero Sugar Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer have been recalled because they were mislabeled and do, in fact, contain sugar.
The recalled coffee creamer had been distributed in Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Mississippi, New Mexico, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin. Only bottles with a best by date of Feb. 25, 2025 are subject to the recall. Because the creamer contained in those bottles doesn't actually contain zero sugar, consumers who need to avoid sugar for medical reasons should refrain from consuming it.
Frozen waffles
Supplier TreeHouse Foods has voluntarily recalled several frozen waffle brands that may be contaminated with Listeria. A variety of private-label and popular name-brands are subject to the recall, including Kodiak Cakes, Walmart's Great Value, Aldi's Breakfast Best, and Target's Good & Gather.
The recalled waffles were distributed throughout the United States and Canada. Customers who recently purchased frozen waffles should check out the full list of impacted products and the relevant best by dates and lot codes to determine whether they have any potentially contaminated boxes at home. The recall notice also includes pictures of the affected items.
While no illnesses have been reported in connection to the products to date, consumers are encouraged to check their freezers and discard or return the recalled waffles.
Minute Maid Zero Sugar Lemonade
Coca-Cola has recalled more than 13,000 cases of Minute Maid Zero Sugar Lemonade because the cans were discovered to contain the full sugar version of the drink, which can pose a risk to people with allergies or sensitivities.
The recall applies to 12-ounce cans shipped to retailers in Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio. They should bear one of the two following codes: FEB1725CNA and FEB1725CNB. A Coca-Cola representative told Simply Recipes that all impacted lemonade has been removed from the market and all recall activities in the affected markets are complete.
Enoki mushrooms
On Oct. 11, Enoki King Mushroom Farm recalled one lot of its enoki mushrooms because they may be contaminated with Listeria, which can cause foodborne illness.
The mushrooms were distributed to retail stores nationwide and sold in 5.3-ounce packages. They have the lot code 4877 and a UPC of 860011505600. While no illnesses have been reported in connection to the product to date, consumers are urged to return the recalled mushrooms to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Eggs
All "Milo's Poultry Farms" and "Tony's Fresh Market" branded eggs were pulled from shelves last month in a recall linked to a major salmonella outbreak. The FDA just upgraded the recall to Class 1, a categorization only given to the most serious of recalls.
The eggs were distributed across Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan. All carton sizes, egg types, and expiration dates are subject to the recall. Consumers who purchased the impacted eggs are urged to avoid consuming them.
BrucePac meat products
BrucePac has recalled nearly 10 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat products that may be contaminated with Listeria. The impacted products were distributed to restaurants and institutions across the country between June 19 and Oct. 8., and they all bear the establishment numbers 51205 or P-51205 printed inside or under the USDA mark of inspection. Dozens of BrucePac items, a full list of which can be found on the FSIS recall announcement, are subject to the recall.
While there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions to the products, the FSIS said they should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase.
Grabeez The Big Cheese Snack Mix
The snack company Truly Good Foods is recalling 3.25-ounce cups of Grabeez The Big Cheese Snack Mix because the product contains undeclared almonds and cashews, which can pose a risk to people with allergies or sensitivities.
The snack mix was sent to distribution centers in Florida, Georgia, Maryland, and Texas, as well as retail stores in Washington D.C., Florida, Illinois, Minnesota, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. The recalled packages have a UPC of 0 94184 00439 8 and a best before date of April 16, 2025 stamped on the bottom.
While no illnesses have been reported in connection to the product to date, consumers are urged to discard the snack mixes and request a full refund on the Truly Good Foods website.
Lactaid Milk
Several types of Lactaid milk were recalled on Sept. 20 because they may contain traces of almond, which isn't listed on the label. This can pose a risk to people with allergies or sensitivities, though no illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the product.
The recall applies to five Lactaid products: Lactaid Whole Milk, Lactaid 2% Milk, Lactaid 1% Milk, Lactaid Fat Free Milk, and Lactaid 2% Calcium Enriched Milk. The milk products were all sold in 96-ounce containers and distributed to 27 states, all of which are listed on the recall notice. The recall notice also includes a list of the codes, best by dates, and production dates of the affected varieties. Customers who purchased the items are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or exchange.
Hammond's Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones
Confection company Hammond's Candies has recalled its Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones because they may contain undeclared milk, which can pose a risk to people with allergies or sensitivities. The treats were distributed through retail stores, the company's website, and Amazon to Washington D.C. and 38 states, a full list of which can be viewed on the recall announcement.
The mini cones were sold in four-ounce bags with a UPC of 6 91355 90513 5. Low on the back side of the recalled bags, customers should also see text that reads "LN0525453 Use By: 03/20/2025" or "LN0525453 Use By: 05/20/2025."
So far, one allergic reaction has been reported in connection with the product. Customers who purchased the recalled mini cones are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Great Value Apple Juice
Walmart has recalled more than 9,500 cases of its Great Value Apple Juice after the product was found to contain elevated levels of arsenic, which may cause adverse health effects in humans. The impacted juice was sold in 25 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia.
The recall applies to six-packs of eight-ounce juice bottles with a UPC of 0-78742-29655-5 and a best if used by date of Dec. 28, 2024. While the recall notice didn't provide any instructions for those impacted, consumers are typically urged to refrain from consuming recalled items and discard them.
Perdue chicken products
On Aug. 16, the FSIS announced a recall for several Perdue chicken products that may be contaminated with metal. About 167,000 pounds of chicken products—sold online and at retailers nationwide—are affected by the recall.
The affected items include 22-ounce packages of Perdue Simply Smart Organics Breaded Chicken Breast Nuggets, 29-ounce packages of Perdue Chicken Breast Tenders, and 22-ounce packages of ButcherBox Organic Chicken Breast Nuggets. All three products have a best if used by date of "03 23 25" and the establishment number "P-33944"on the packaging.
The FSIS urged consumers who bought the recalled chicken products to discard them or return them to the place of purchase.
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