Tomato Sauce Recall Due to Potential Botulism Risk
First and Last Bakery LLC of Hartford, CT, is recalling three tomato sauce products following a health risk alert from the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection. The affected products come in 20-ounce jars with best by dates in September. The recall notice did not specify the year of expiration.
Recalled Products
- The recall covers three tomato sauce varieties (labels available on the company website).
Distribution and Sales Information
The sauces were sold in Connecticut and Massachusetts through Big Y and Stop & Shop stores during September. Sales and production have been halted to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Health and Safety Concerns
"The products were manufactured without an approved scheduled process or otherwise evaluated to determine if the process is adequate."
Improper processing of acidified or low-acid canned foods can lead to the formation of Clostridium botulinum toxin, which causes botulism.
No reports of illness have been made so far.
Summary
This voluntary recall aims to prevent any potential health issues related to botulism from improperly processed tomato sauces.
Author's summary: First and Last Bakery recalls tomato sauces due to botulism risk from inadequate processing; no illnesses reported, sales temporarily suspended.