Walmart Recalls Frozen Pasta Nationwide Due to Potential Listeria Contamination
Walmart has initiated a nationwide recall of its Bettergoods frozen Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall, announced by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in mid-September, affects 22-ounce packages with UPC 194346442706 and specific lot codes L6079C and L6080C, with expiration dates of 9/19/2027 and 9/20/2027. Routine testing identified the bacteria in the products, prompting manufacturer Gias Foods to halt production while investigating the source of contamination. No illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall as of the announcement date. Consumers who have purchased the recalled pasta are advised not to consume it and can return it to any Walmart store for a full refund. Listeria can cause serious and potentially fatal illness, particularly in vulnerable populations such as children, older adults, and pregnant individuals, though anyone can be affected.