Popular Plant-Based Foods Recalled for Possible Plastic Pieces

A popular plant-based food manufacturer has recalled two frozen food items that may contain plastic pieces.

MorningStar Farms recalled certain Buffalo Chik’n Nuggets and Hot & Spicy Sausage Patties because the products may contain plastic pieces, according to a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recall report. These two products are the only ones from MorningStar affected by the recall.

A division of Kellanova, MorningStar Farms produces a variety of vegetarian and vegan plant-based products.

What MorningStar Products Are Recalled?

Here is a closer look at the recalled MorningStar products:

Product NameUPC CodeSizeBest If Used Before

MorningStar Farms Buffalo Chik’n Nuggets000 28989 10110 510.5 ozJuly 7, 2027 and July 8, 2027
MorningStar Farms Hot and Spicy Sausage Patties000 28989 10094 88 ozJuly 5, 2027; July 6, 2027; July 7, 2027

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Where Were the Recalled Products Sold?

The recalled products were sold at retailers in the United States, Puerto Rico and Costa Rica, according to the FDA report.

What Should You Do?

Discard the recalled products and contact MorningStar Farms for a refund. Customers may contact MorningStar Farms Consumer Affairs at 800-962-0120 Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET.