FDA Issues Alert for Listeria Contamination in Walmart's Bettergoods Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an alert regarding a potential listeria contamination in Bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine, a product sold at Walmart stores nationwide. Gias Foods, Inc. is recalling two specific lots of this frozen pasta due to the possible presence of *Listeria monocytogenes*. The affected product is identified by its 22-ounce yellow plastic packaging, UPC 194346442706, and lot numbers L6079C or L6080C, with expiration dates of 09/19/2027 or 09/20/2027. The potential contamination was discovered through routine sampling conducted by the Washington State Department of Agriculture and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. As of the recall announcement, no illnesses have been reported. Consumers who have purchased this specific product are advised not to consume it and to return it to Walmart for a full refund. Gias Foods has halted distribution of the affected product and is investigating the issue.