Hannaford Supermarkets is recalling meatballs sold through its delis because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. New Jersey-based Buona Vita Inc. is the product supplier.
The recalled items are Homestyle Meatballs with Sauce, sold by the pound; Meatball Panini, cold, with UPC number 941260723096; and Meatball Panini, hot, with UPC number 94126072102. Anyone who purchased these products should not eat them, but return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Hannaford Supermarkets have removed these products from store shelves.
This recall from Buona Vita is part of a larger recall involving several frozen ready to eat meat products sold nationwide. No illnesses have been reported in association with the consumption of these products.
Linda Larsen has written 28 cook books. She worked for the Pillsbury company in their test kitchens and for the Pillsbury Bake-Off. She holds a degree with High Distinction in Food Science from the University of Minnesota.
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