In a pasta twist you didn’t see coming, Nate’s Fine Foods from Roseville, California, is recalling a whopping 245,000 pounds of pre-cooked pasta due to a listeria outbreak. Yep, you heard that right! This isn’t just any noodle recall; it’s tied to a significant health scare that has already claimed four lives and left twenty people feeling pretty unwell since August 2024. So, if you thought a quick bowl of fettuccine would be a safe dinner option, it might be time to check your pantry.
The recalled products span an array of pasta types—from linguine to penne—and have been sold to events including big-name grocery chains. FreshRealm, the creator of some of these pasta dishes, pinpointed the listeria strain through genetic testing. Delicious? Sure. But with those kinds of health risks? Yikes! The FDA and U.S. Agriculture Department are stepping in to advise consumers against messing with these products.
So, what’s the takeaway here? Next time you’re tempted to grab that seemingly innocent pre-cooked pasta, you might want to reconsider. Health safety often doesn’t make it onto the menu, but it should always be on your radar. Have you ever had a kitchen mishap that made you double-check your food safety practices? Let’s hear your stories in the comments!
