Mac & Cheese Brand Sold in Popular Chain Stores Recalled

What Happened?

A popular brand of mac and cheese sold in grocery stores nationwide has been recalled due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness.

The recall affects several varieties of the brand's mac and cheese products, including both single-serve and family-size packages.

The company has issued a statement urging consumers to discard any affected products and contact customer service for a full refund.

What to Do if You Have Affected Products

If you have any of the recalled mac and cheese products, you should:

• Discard them immediately.
• Do not eat them.
• Contact customer service for a full refund.

Symptoms of Listeria Infection

Symptoms of Listeria infection can include:

• Fever
• Muscle aches
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea

In severe cases, Listeria infection can lead to:

• Meningitis
• Sepsis
• Death

Who is Most at Risk?

People who are most at risk for Listeria infection include:

• Pregnant women
• Newborns
• Older adults
• People with weakened immune systems

How to Prevent Listeria Infection

There are several things you can do to prevent Listeria infection:

• Wash your hands thoroughly before handling food.
• Cook meat to the proper internal temperature.
• Wash fruits and vegetables before eating them.
• Avoid unpasteurized milk and cheese.
• Clean your refrigerator regularly.

More Information

For more information about the recall, visit the FDA website: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/kraft-heinz-voluntarily-recalls-select-best-macaroni-cheese-products

For more information about Listeria infection, visit the CDC website: https://www.cdc.gov/listeria/index.html