Tomato Sauce Recall Due to Botulism Risk
First and Last Bakery LLC, based in Hartford, CT, is recalling three tomato sauce products following a potential health threat flagged by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
Details of the Recall
- The affected products are sold in 20-ounce jars.
- The jars carry best-by dates in September, though the specific year is not indicated in the recall notice.
- The sauces were distributed through Big Y and Stop & Shop stores in Connecticut and Massachusetts during September.
Reason for Recall
The sauces were produced without an approved scheduled process or proper evaluation to ensure the process is sufficient.
Failure to properly process acidified or low-acid canned foods can lead to the formation of Clostridium botulinum toxin.
Company Actions and Safety
- Production and sales of the tomato sauces have been halted to meet regulatory standards.
- There have been no reported illnesses related to these products so far.
Manufacturer's Statement
The company highlights the importance of following strict processing guidelines to prevent botulism risk in canned foods.
Author's summary: First and Last Bakery LLC recalls tomato sauces after a botulism hazard was identified due to inadequate processing, with no illnesses reported to date.