FDA Recalls 3 Tomato Sauces Over Botulism Risk
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has initiated a nationwide recall of three tomato sauce products due to potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, the bacterium that causes botulism, a rare but severe form of food poisoning.
Details of the Recall
- Company: First and Last Bakery, LLC, Hartford, Connecticut
- Products Recalled:
- Original Marinara Sauce, Tomato & Basil
- Original Traditional Pasta Sauce, Meat Flavored
- Original Puttanesca Sauce, Mildly Hot & Spicy
- Packaging: 26-ounce jars
- Use By Date: September 2026
- Distribution: Big Y and Stop & Shop supermarkets in Connecticut and Massachusetts
Consumer Advisory
Consumers are advised to discard these products immediately to avoid any health risks. The FDA frequently recalls products contaminated with harmful bacteria, undeclared allergens, or labeling errors to protect public health and ensure food safety.
“By making sure that the affected items are removed from the stores, the FDA makes sure that the nation’s food supply remains safe.”
Background on Botulism
Botulism is a potentially deadly illness caused by toxins produced by Clostridium botulinum. Though rare, it requires prompt medical attention if symptoms occur after consuming contaminated food.
Summary: The FDA's recall of these tomato sauces highlights the ongoing measures to protect public health by removing potentially contaminated products from the market.