Walmart, Aldi Pasta Recall Issued Due Metal Fragments in Boxes

Seasoning blend contaminated with metal fragments has resulted in the recall of 74,000 cases of pasta distributed under the Reggano and other brands, which were sold at Walmart, Aldi, Kroger and other major grocery store chains . 

The boxed pasta recall was announced by ST Specialty Foods, Inc. on June 6, after the manufacturer received information that the seasoning blend may contain metal fragments. There have been no reports of injury or illness in association with the recalled pasta.

ST Specialty Foods is a subsidiary of Bay Valley Foods, which received its supply of seasoning blend from Kerry Ingredients & Flavours. Kerry alerted Bay Foods that the lactic acid used in the seasoning blend could contain small metal fragments.

The recalled pasta includes cases of linguine, pasta salad, and macaroni and cheese sold under the Reggano label at Aldi, and under generic labels at Kroger, Walmart, Meijer. The pasta was also sold at a number of other chain stores. The FDA recall announcement has a complete list of the 22 product names, UPC numbers and lot codes associated with the recall.

Consumers are advised to return the products to the place of purchase for a full refund, or to destroy them. Consumers with questions can contact Bay Valley Foods Consumer Response Department at (800) 756-5781.

A similar pasta recall was announced last year by Kraft involving Velveeta Shells & Cheese microwavable cups, which were also believed to be contaminated with metal fragments.