Recall Alert: Fresh Creative Foods Recalls Beef & Lamb Gyro Sandwich Express Meal Kits Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination
Summary
Company Announcement Date: December 06, 2024
FDA Publish Date: December 06, 2024
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: May be contaminated with Salmonella
Company Name: Fresh Creative Foods
Brand Name: Fresh Creative Foods
Product Description: The Beef & Lamb Gyro Sandwich Express Meal Kits
Company Announcement
Baloian Farms of Arizona Co. (Baloian) has initiated a recall of cucumbers due to possible health risks due to salmonella. As a result, Fresh Creative Foods is voluntarily recalling one product that contains cucumbers in the tzatziki sauce included in the kit. The Beef & Lamb Gyro Sandwich Express Meal Kits (UPC: 0-13454-38313-1) have a use by date of 12/24/2024 – 1/6/2025 and were distributed to Sam’s Club warehouses nationally.
Salmonella is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Illness usually occurs within 12 to 72 hours after eating food that is contaminated with Salmonella, and the symptoms usually last four to seven days. Symptoms include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. Children younger than five, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems are more likely to have severe infections.
Fresh Creative Foods is no longer using cucumbers from the supplier.
Consumers Affected
Consumers who have purchased these kits should not consume any part of the kits. If you are uncertain about whether the product that you purchased is impacted, please discard it and visit any Sam’s Club for a full refund. Consumers who have questions regarding this recall may call Fresh Creative Foods at the following number:
Consumer Inquiries: 888-223-2127
Monday-Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm Pacific Time
FDA Outbreak Advisory
Conclusion
Fresh Creative Foods has taken immediate action to initiate a voluntary recall of The Beef & Lamb Gyro Sandwich Express Meal Kits to ensure the safety of consumers. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and encourage consumers to take precautionary measures to protect themselves and their families.
FAQs
Q: What products are affected by this recall?
A: The Beef & Lamb Gyro Sandwich Express Meal Kits with a use by date of 12/24/2024 – 1/6/2025.
Q: Can I still consume the kits?
A: No, consumers should not consume any part of the kits to avoid potential health risks.
Q: How can I get a refund?
A: Consumers can visit any Sam’s Club warehouse and present the affected product to receive a full refund.
Q: Who should I contact if I have further questions?
A: Consumers can call Fresh Creative Foods at 888-223-2127 or contact the company through their website.
Q: Is Salmonella a serious health concern?
A: Yes, Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, especially in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.
