Mary’s Harvest Fresh Foods is recalling products that include Trader Jose’s salad for possible Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The company received work that the corn they used in these products was recalled for possible contamination. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this issue. This is just one of several secondary recalls issued in the past week.
The ready-to-eat salad and wrap products were produced from October 5, 2018 through October 13, 2018. There is zero tolerance for Listeria monocytogenes bacteria in ready-t0-eat foods.
The recalled products are 7-ounce clear plastic wrapped packages containing “MARY’S HARVEST Southwest Chicken Wrap w/ Rib Meat” and Use By dates from 10/15/18 through 10/23/18, and 11-ounce clear plastic clamshell packages containing “TRADER JOSE’S MEXICALI INSPIRED SALAD WITH CHILI SEASONED CHICKEN” with BEST BY dates from 10/15/18 through 10/19/18. This products have the establishment number “P-39928” or “40310-M” inside the USDA mark of inspection. They were shipped to retail locations Idaho, Oregon, and Washington state.
If you bought either of these products, throw them away in a sealed or wrapped package. Put the package into a garbage can that has a secure lid. You can also take them back to the place of purchase and get a refund.
Clean out your refrigerator with a mild bleach solution after you get rid of these products, because Listeria monocytogenes bacteria can grow and become persistent even at refrigerator temperatures. Wipe down packages, shelves, and the inside of the fridge. Then wash your hands well with soap and water. Learn how to clean your refrigerator after a recall.
If you ate these products, monitor your health for the symptoms of Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes food poisoning. Salmonellosis symptoms include fever, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Listeriosis symptoms include headache, stiff neck, nausea, and diarrhea. If you do start to feel sick, contact your doctor and tell her about this recall.
