Recalled BrucePac meat at Trader Joe's, Target, Walmart, Publix and others

A massive meat recall sparked by listeria concerns is affecting products at some of the most popular grocery stores in the US, including Walmart, Public, Target, Aldi, Amazon, Trader Joe's and more.

Precooked meat manufacturer BrucePac has released more information about the products affected by its nearly 10 million pound recall first announced on Wednesday by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Routine testing revealed evidence of Listeria monocytogenes in ready-to-eat BrucePac poultry, which can cause listeriosis infection if consumed.

Initially, USDA and BrucePac issued a general warning about the approximately 9,986,245 pounds of meat and poultry affected by the recall, followed by subsequent updates about specific products and locations where they are sold. The affected products were delivered to establishments and distributors across the country, including restaurants and other food establishments, and are included in various brands of salads, frozen meals and other packaged foods sold at various locations.

As of Sunday, the USDA has a 326-page document on specific retailers, brands and foods that contain the recalled meat. Here's what we know.

What types of products are being recalled?

Sandwiches, wraps and salads are primarily affected by the recall. Frozen meals containing chicken products, from pasta and burritos to bowls and family meals, are also affected.

For a complete and growing list, visit FSIS.gov.

Which stores carry products on the recall list?

The USDA continues to update the list of affected products and recommends checking FSIS.gov regularly.

Walmart
Kroger
Albertsons
Publix
Goal
Aldi
Amazon Fresh
Trader Joe's
7-Eleven
HEB
Meier
Giant eagle
Wegmans
Save Mart

Which brand names are included in the recall?

The USDA continues to update the list of affected products and recommends checking FSIS.gov regularly.

Fresh Express
Raos
Michael Angelos
Boston Market
Atkins
Dole
Jenny Craig
El Monterey
Don Panchos
ready meals
Amazon Kitchen
Taylor Farms
Giant Eagle brand
HEB brand
Kroger brand
Home cook
Meijer brand
RaceTrac brand
Raley's
Save the Mart brand
Trader Joe's brand
Wegmans brand
Central eats
Reds
Udis
Great inexpensive brand (Walmart).
Gordon Choice
Michelinas
Good & collect
Small salad bar
Select signature
Market side
Amazon Fresh
Contessa Premium Foods
Whitsons' culinary group

What to do if you have a recalled product?

The USDA advises consumers who have purchased these products not to eat them and instead to throw them away or return them to the point of purchase. Dealers who have the products in stock are also advised not to sell recalled products and to discard or return them.

There have been no confirmed reports of side effects associated with these products, but anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact their doctor.

Listeriosis or listeria poisoning symptoms

Listeriosis, or listeria poisoning, is a foodborne bacterial infection most commonly caused by the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes. It is considered a serious condition and can be dangerous or life-threatening, especially for older adults, people with weak immune systems and pregnant people.

According to the USDA, symptoms include:

Fever
Muscle pain
Headache
Stiff neck
confusion
Loss of balance
cramps
Diarrhea
Other gastrointestinal symptoms
Miscarriage, stillbirth, premature birth and/or life-threatening infection of newborns
Death

People in higher risk categories who experience flu-like symptoms within two months of consuming contaminated food should seek medical attention and inform health care providers about consuming contaminated food, the USDA said.

What types of products are being recalled?

Which stores carry products on the recall list?

Which brand names are included in the recall?

What to do if you have a recalled product?

Listeriosis or listeria poisoning symptoms

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