Popular Frozen Meals Pulled From Shelves Over Choking Risk
Nestlé USA has initiated a recall of certain frozen meals due to concerns about potential wood-like material present in the products, which could pose a choking hazard. The recall affects select Lean Cuisine and Stouffer’s items, specifically those with best-before dates between September 2025 and April 2026. The affected products include Lean Cuisine Butternut Squash Ravioli, Spinach Artichoke Ravioli, Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry, and Stouffer’s Party Size Chicken Lasagna.
These meals were sold in major retailers across the U.S. from September 2024 to March 2025. The recall is limited to these specific items, and no other Lean Cuisine or Stouffer’s products are involved. The issue surfaced after consumers reported finding foreign materials in the meals, and there has been at least one choking incident associated with the affected products.
Nestlé is working with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) as part of the recall process. The company has urged consumers who purchased the affected meals to return or dispose of them for a refund.
The recall involves a small number of frozen meals, and Nestlé is acting quickly to resolve the issue. The company has stressed its commitment to consumer safety and food quality, with the FDA continuing to oversee the recall and provide additional guidance.
This incident highlights the importance of maintaining rigorous food safety measures. Nestlé’s swift and responsible response aims to protect consumers from potential risks associated with the recalled products.
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