There’s another big food recall, and this time it’s for something many busy households keep in the freezer: frozen waffles. Some waffles made by TreeHouse Foods and packaged under many brand names are being recalled, according to an announcement by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Oct. 18, 2024. Here’s how you can tell whether you have them in your freezer, and what to do about it.
1. What’s Wrong with the Waffles?
Some frozen waffles made by TreeHouse Foods may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Eating something that’s contaminated can cause an infection called listeriosis, which has flu-like symptoms and can be deadly for young children, the elderly, or people with weak immune systems. The potential contamination was found through routine testing, and there have been no reports of illness yet.
2. Which Products are Being Recalled?
There are dozens of frozen waffle products under many brand names being recalled. The most popular brand may be Kodiak Cakes, known for its protein-filled products. Most other brands are house brands for stores like Walmart (Great Value brand), Target (Good & Gather brand), Publix, Harris Teeter, and Giant Eagle. The recall includes many different flavors of waffle as well, including blueberry, buttermilk, and multigrain, among others. For the full list of recalled waffles, the FDA has uploaded a comprehensive document of brands and package details.
3. Where Were the Recalled Waffles Sold?
The recalled TreeHouse Foods frozen waffles were distributed nationwide in the U.S. and Canada. Because of the brands, we can tell that the waffles have been sold at stores including Food Lion, H-E-B, Schnucks, and many others.
4. How Can I Tell If My Waffles are Recalled?
If you have frozen waffles in your freezer, check the UPC, lot code, and best-by date on the package. If that information on your package matches one on the list uploaded by the FDA, then your waffles are recalled. You can also check this document that has pictures of the packages of the recalled waffles.
5. What Should I Do If I Have Recalled Waffles?
If you have a box of frozen waffles that appears on the recalled TreeHouse Foods waffles list, the FDA urges you to dispose of them or return them to the place you purchased them for a refund. If you have questions, you can call TreeHouse Foods at 800-596-2903, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CST.
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