Oregon,
United States
The FSIS announced the recall of approximately 3,930 pounds of raw frozen diced beef products by Morasch Meats Inc that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7. These products were shipped to distributor locations in Oregon for further distribution to restaurants and other institutional users. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to the consumption of these products.
The recalled product is:
-30-lb. box packages containing “BEEF DICED 3/10# BAGS,” with case code FM010152, LOT#: 082422 and a date of 8/24/2022 on the case label. Each case contains three 10 lb. vacuum-sealed, clear plastic bags of the diced beef products.
The affected products bear establishment number “EST. 4102” inside the USDA mark of inspection and were produced on August 24, 2022.
The problem was discovered by FSIS during review of testing results, which showed the product tested positive for E. coli O157:H7.
FSIS is concerned that some products may be in institutional or restaurant freezers. Restaurants and institutions are urged not to serve these products. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
FSIS advises all consumers to safely prepare their raw meat products, including fresh and frozen, and only consume diced beef that has been cooked to a temperature of 145 F. The only way to confirm that diced beef is cooked to a temperature high enough to kill harmful bacteria is to use a food thermometer that measures internal temperature.
In case you are experiencing E. coli symptoms such as watery diarrhea (often bloody), vomiting; stomach cramps; and mild fever, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.
Source:
www.fsis.usda.gov
