FDA Recalls Three Tomato Sauces Over Botulism Risk
The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of three tomato sauces sold at Big Y stores due to a potential risk of botulism. The products were produced by First and Last Bakery, LLC.
Details of the Recall
The recalled sauces are:
- First and Last Original Marinara Sauce, Tomato & Basil
- First and Last Original Traditional Pasta Sauce, Meat Flavored
- First and Last Original Puttanesca Sauce, Mildly Hot & Spicy
The FDA warns these sauces may contain the toxin produced by Clostridium botulinum, which causes botulism, a serious form of food poisoning.
Health Risks of Botulism
Botulism symptoms include muscle weakness, dizziness, double vision, difficulty speaking or swallowing, trouble breathing, abdominal bloating, and constipation. In severe cases, it can be fatal.
Reason for Recall
The FDA stated the sauces were made “without an approved schedule or otherwise evaluated to determine if the process is adequate.”
“These sauces were manufactured without an approved schedule or otherwise evaluated to determine if the process is adequate.” — FDA
About the FDA Announcement
Bailey Fink, a home cook and news editor at Allrecipes, emphasizes the seriousness of food safety and the importance of such recalls in protecting consumers.
She covers a wide range of culinary topics, including product releases and food trends, with many articles focused on practical food knowledge and safety.