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Kroger Basil Pesto Bow Tie Pasta Salad Recalled for Listeria Risk (2025)

Kroger recalled 5,567.4 pounds of Basil Pesto Bow Tie Pasta Salad sold at Kroger banners across 28 states after potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The pasta ingredient used in these deli items was recalled due to the contamination risk. Consumers should not eat these products and should contact The Kroger Co for refund or replacement via email.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
September 26, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Kroger
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
Nationwide (50 states)
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Store-made deli items contain a pasta ingredient that was recalled due to potential Listeria monocytogenes

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact The Kroger Co for refund or replacement information. Notification method: E-Mail

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About This Product

This item is a store-made deli pasta salad sold in deli service counters and grab-and-go sections. It was distributed under Kroger banners nationwide.

Why This Is Dangerous

A pasta ingredient used in these deli items carried a recall due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Listeria can cause serious infections in some populations.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.

Real-World Impact

Consumers should not eat the recalled product. The recall covers more than 5,500 pounds distributed across 28 states. Refunds or replacements are available via Kroger via email.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check the package UPC for 217573-1XXXX or 217573-2XXXX.
  2. Confirm it was sold at Kroger banners between 2025-09-06 and 2025-10-02.
  3. If any match, do not consume and follow instructions for refund or replacement.

Where to find product info

UPC on the product label and recall notice via the FDA page linked in the recall notice.

What timeline to expect

Refund or replacement processing may occur after Kroger's notification via email. Expect several business days to weeks for processing.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document attempts to contact Kroger via email.
  • File a consumer complaint with the FDA if Kroger does not respond within a reasonable period.
  • Keep all packaging and purchase records for evidence.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Check recall notices for deli items before purchasing.
  • Avoid store-made deli items with recalled ingredients until Kroger confirms safety.
  • When buying pasta salads, consider brands or products with verified safety recalls cleared.

Documentation advice

Save the original packaging, note UPC codes, purchase date, receipts, and all correspondence with Kroger.

Product Details

Brand: The Kroger Co. Product: Basil Pesto Bow Tie Pasta Salad. Sold at Kroger banners including Baker's, City Market, Dillons, Fred Meyer, Fry's, Gerbes, King Soopers, Payless, Ralphs and Smith's. UPCs: 217573-1XXXX and 217573-2XXXX. Sold from: 2025-09-06 to 2025-10-02. Distribution: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MO, MS, MT, NE, NM, NV, OH, OR, SC, TN, TX, UT, WA, WV. Weight: 5,567.4 lbs. Recall number: H-0094-2026. Status: ACTIVE. Hazard: Listeria monocytogenes.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 5,567.4 lbs recalled
  • UPC 217573-1XXXX or 217573-2XXXX
  • Sold at multiple Kroger banners across 28 states
  • Recall date 2025-09-26; status ACTIVE
View Original Recall on FDA - Food Safety

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
POISONING

Product Classification

Product TypePasta Salad
Sold At
Multiple Retailers

Product Details

Brand
Kroger
Model Numbers
UPC 217573-1XXXX
UPC 217573-2XXXX
Affected States
Nationwide
Report Date
October 29, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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