Walmart Frozen Pasta Recalled Nationwide Over Listeria Risk

Frozen pasta sold at Walmart stores nationwide is being recalled because of possible listeria contamination, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

The pasta, sold under Walmart’s exclusive Bettergoods brand, could be contaminated with listeria, according to an FDA notice issued Sept. 15. Routine testing found bacteria in the products, and manufacturer Gias Foods stopped production pending an investigation.

Listeria is a harmful bacterium that can cause serious and even fatal illness in some people, including older adults, children and pregnant people. While it is most dangerous to certain groups, listeria can make anyone sick, so the FDA advises against eating the affected pasta.

Here’s what to know about the recall.

Which Walmart Pasta Was Recalled?

The frozen pasta comes in yellow plastic containers, with expiration dates printed on the back of the package. It was sold at Walmart stores nationwide.

• Bettergoods frozen Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine, 22 ounces
• UPC: 194346442706
• Lot codes: L6079C and L6080C
• Expiration dates: 9/19/2027 and 09/20/2027

What to Do With Recalled Pasta

Do not eat the recalled pasta. Customers can return affected products to the place of purchase for a full refund, according to the FDA.

Consumers with questions may contact Gias Foods at [email protected].

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What Are the Symptoms of Listeria Poisoning?

Listeria poisoning is a foodborne bacterial infection most commonly caused by the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

It is considered a serious condition and can be dangerous or life-threatening, especially for adults over 65, people with weakened immune systems and pregnant women.

Symptoms usually start within two weeks of eating contaminated food but may begin as early as the same day or as late as 10 weeks after. According to the CDC, symptoms include:

• Fever
• Muscle aches
• Headache
• Stiff neck
• Confusion
• Loss of balance
• Convulsions
• Diarrhea and other gastrointestinal symptoms
• Miscarriage, stillbirth, premature delivery or life-threatening infection of newborn infants
• Death

People in higher-risk categories who experience flu-like symptoms within two months of consuming contaminated food should seek medical attention.