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Nearly 23,000 Pounds of Ground Beef Recalled Over E. coli Contamination
FSIS recalls 22,912 pounds of raw ground beef from CS Beef Packers for possible E. coli O145 contamination; products shipped to distributors in California, Idaho and Oregon for foodservice; no illnesses reported yet; operators should discard or return; affected items bear EST. 630 and were produced Jan 14, 2026 with use-by 2/4/2026; may still be in commercial freezers.

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Restaurant Inspection Finds Mouse Droppings, Flies, and Expired Food
Iowa restaurants and stores have been cited for numerous food safety violations, including expired food, unclean kitchens, pest droppings, and improper food handling, during recent inspections across the state.

Nestle Recalls Infant and Follow-On Formula Due to Toxin Concerns
Nestlé is recalling specific batches of SMA infant and follow-on formulas due to the possible presence of cereulide toxin produced by Bacillus cereus, which can cause nausea and vomiting in infants. Consumers are advised not to feed these batches to children, and retailers are instructed to remove affected products from sale.

Nearly 3,000 Pounds of Ground Beef Recalled Across Multiple States Over E. coli Risk
An Idaho-based company is recalling nearly 3,000 pounds of ground beef sold in six states due to potential E. coli contamination, with no reported illnesses so far. Consumers are advised to discard or return the product, which is labeled 'Forward Farms' with a use-by date of 01/13/26.
Mountain West Food Group Recalls Ground Beef Over E. Coli Risk
Mountain West Food Group is recalling approximately 2,855 pounds of grass-fed ground beef due to possible E. coli O26 contamination, with no confirmed illnesses reported. The recall affects products shipped to several states, and consumers are advised to discard or return the product and ensure proper cooking temperatures to prevent illness.

Olympia Provisions Recalls Holiday Kielbasa Over Foreign Matter Risk
Olympia Provisions has recalled approximately 1,930 pounds of ready-to-eat holiday kielbasa sausages due to potential metal contamination, urging consumers to discard or return the product to prevent injury.

Maître Saladier Inc. Recalls Lorraine Quiche Over Import Inspection Issues
Maître Saladier Inc. in Quebec is recalling about 6,000 pounds of Lorraine Quiche containing pork that were not reinsured upon import into the US, with no reports of illness so far. The products, produced in April 2025, were shipped to several US states and do not bear a USDA inspection mark. Consumers are advised not to eat the products and to dispose of or return them. The recall was initiated after routine surveillance detected the issue, and FSIS is verifying that the products are removed from the market.

FDA Recalls Nondairy Ice Cream Over Small Stones Risk
The FDA has announced a voluntary recall of So Delicious Dairy Free's Salted Caramel Cluster nondairy ice cream due to the presence of small stones and hard objects embedded in the cashew pieces, affecting products with a best-by date before August 8, 2027.

AIO Refuses MIL's Dinner and Stops 1-Year-Old from Eating It
A woman refused to eat her mother-in-law's dinner after seeing raw chicken left in the sink for an hour, highlighting the health risks of cross-contamination and the importance of food safety, especially around infants. Her reaction was justified, as raw chicken in the sink can harbor dangerous bacteria like Salmonella, posing a serious threat to her baby, and she prioritized health over family harmony.

Nationwide Recall of Shredded Cheese Over Metal Fragment Concerns
Multiple cheese products, including shredded mozzarella and grated Pecorino Romano, are being recalled nationwide due to contamination concerns, with some products containing metal fragments and others testing positive for Listeria, prompting widespread consumer advisories and product withdrawals.

Massive Recall: 4.9 Million Pounds of Frozen Chicken Pulled from Shelves
Hormel Foods has recalled nearly 4.9 million pounds of frozen boneless chicken products sold to restaurants and food service outlets due to metal contamination from a conveyor belt, with no reports of injuries or illnesses, and customers advised to discard the affected products.