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Reser's Fine Foods Recalls 4,770 Cases of Fresh Creative Foods Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad Kit (US

Reser's Fine Foods recalled 4,770 cases of Fresh Creative Foods Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad Kit sold to distributors nationwide. The recall is due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Consumers should not eat the kit and should contact Reser's Fine Foods for refunds or replacements.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
September 26, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Reser's Fine Foods
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Unknown
Geographic Scope
Nationwide (50 states)
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL, PREGNANT, ELDERLY

Hazard Information

Salad Kits are recalled due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Reser's Fine Foods, Inc. for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

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About This Product

The product is a refrigerated salad kit from Reser's Fine Foods. It is distributed under the Fresh Creative Foods label. The kit includes a 2/3-lb sealed bag of penne and is not sold directly to consumers.

Why This Is Dangerous

Listeria monocytogenes in ready-to-eat salad kits can cause fever, muscle aches, and serious infections in high-risk groups. The risk warrants immediate action by stopping consumption and returning the product.

Industry Context

This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Perishable salad kits with potential Listeria contamination pose a serious illness risk to vulnerable groups. The recall covers thousands of cases across multiple states, with refunds or replacements available.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check item number 404284 on the packaging
  2. Check UPC 13454 37904
  3. Review use-by dates: 10/10/25, 10/17/25, 10/23/25, 10/29/25
  4. If matched, do not consume and discard securely

Where to find product info

FDA recall page H-0091-2026 and Reser's Fine Foods consumer notices; product labels on packaging show item number and use-by dates

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements typically take 4-6 weeks after verification of purchase

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all contact attempts with Reser's Fine Foods
  • Escalate to FDA recall line or your state health department if the company is unresponsive
  • Consider filing a consumer complaint with FDA if no remedy is offered

How to prevent similar issues

  • Buy perishable items only from reputable retailers
  • Check labels for item numbers and use-by dates before purchase
  • Store perishable foods at proper refrigeration temperatures
  • Watch for recall notices on FDA and brand websites

Documentation advice

Keep purchase receipts, take photos of the product label, log dates and communications with the company

Product Details

Item number 404284. Use-by dates: 10/10/25, 10/17/25, 10/23/25, 10/29/25. UPC: 13454 37904. Net weight: 13 lbs. Perishable Refrigerated product. Distributed to AZ, CA, CO, UT, WA, TX, FL, GA, IN, MD, MO, OR, PA.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 4,770 total cases recalled
  • 13-state distribution: AZ, CA, CO, UT, WA, TX, FL, GA, IN, MD, MO, OR, PA
  • Use-by dates: 10/10/25, 10/17/25, 10/23/25, 10/29/25
  • Not sold directly to consumers
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Safety Assessment

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

Product Classification

Product TypeSalad Kit
Sold At
Unknown

Product Details

Model Numbers
Item #404284
Use by Dates: 10/10/25, 10/17/25, 10/23/25, 10/29/25
Affected States
Nationwide
Report Date
October 29, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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