M.C.I. Foods Recalls 330 Cases of Cheese and Egg with Green Salsa Breakfast Burrito Over Listeria (H
M.C.I. Foods recalled 330 cases of Cheese and Egg with Green Salsa Breakfast Burrito sold to seven distributors nationwide. The ready-to-eat burrito contains a cooked egg ingredient that tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. Consumers should not eat the product and should contact M.C.I. Foods for refund or replacement by letter.
About This Product
This product is a ready-to-eat breakfast burrito intended for institutional use. It comes in a 3.75 oz package, 72 per case, sold to distributors nationwide.
Why This Is Dangerous
Listeria monocytogenes in a cooked egg ingredient creates a serious foodborne illness risk, especially for vulnerable populations.
Industry Context
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
The recall primarily affects institutional food supply. There is a potential for serious illness if consumed, but no injuries have been reported to date.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check the lot code on the burrito packaging for 80860.
- Check the UPC on the label: 1 070657 468334 8.
- Verify product name as Cheese and Egg with Green Salsa Breakfast Burrito, 3.75 oz, 72 per case.
Where to find product info
Recall details and lot information are available on the FDA enforcement page for recall H-0149-2026.
What timeline to expect
Refunds or replacements are typically processed within several weeks after confirmation.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Escalate with FDA recall information resources
- Document all communications and retain the recall notice
- Consider consulting a consumer protection agency if the company is unresponsive
How to prevent similar issues
- Purchase recalls from reputable distributors and verify lot numbers.
- Request replacement or refunds promptly for any recalled product.
- Keep all packaging and recall notices for records
Documentation advice
Keep the recall notice, photos of the label, purchase receipts, and all correspondence with M.C.I. Foods.