Ice cream recall issued after testing revealed deadly bacteria
Ice cream is being recalled in multiple states over fears it may be contaminated with a life-threatening bacteria.
TL;DR
- Lidl US is recalling a specific lot of Gelatelli Coffee & Vanilla Gelato.
- Routine quality testing identified Listeria monocytogenes in the product.
- Listeria monocytogenes can cause listeriosis, a dangerous food-borne illness.
- The recall affects 16-ounce lots with a best-by date of March 26, 2028 (UPC 40564897, lot 085261).
- The product was distributed in Delaware, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, and Washington, DC.
- No illnesses linked to this recall have been reported.
- Consumers should discard the product or return it to Lidl for a refund.
- Listeria can survive refrigeration and is found in various environments and foods, including unpasteurized milk, soft cheeses, and ready-to-eat items.