Globe Meats Fresh Market & Grill is recalling their regular ground veal sold at their store in Toronto, Ontario, Canada for possible E. coli O157:H7 contamination. This product was distributed at the retail level. There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of this product.
The recalled product is Globe Meats Fresh Market & Grill regular ground veal, package din variable size packages. The UPC number on the product starts with 0201111, and the recalled meat was sold from June 15, 2019 to June 17, 2019 inclusively. It was sold at Globe Meats Fresh Market & Grill at 61 Signet Drive in Toronto, Ontario.
The recall was triggered by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency inspection activities. A food safety investigation is being conducted, which may trigger the recall of more products. Government is making sure that industry is removing the recalled product from the marketplace.
Check your freezer to see if you have this recalled product. If you did purchase this product, do not eat it, even if you plan to cook it. Throw it away after first wrapping it in foil or plastic wrap. Put it into a secure garbage can. You can also return the veal to the place of purchase for a full refund.
This recall lis a good reminder to always cook ground beef, pork, and veal to 160°F as measured with a food thermometer. You can’t be sure that any ground meat cooked less than well done is safe to eat. Ground poultry products, including ground chicken and turkey, should be cooked to 165°F. And be careful about cross-contamination. Don’t let raw meat juices drip onto other foods or onto cutting boards or work surfaces. Clean the work area with soap and water after working with raw meats.
