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Friday, February 19, 2021

Buffalo Cauliflower Bites and Caesar Dressing and Dip Recalled for Missing Anchovies in Blue Cheese Dressing

Russ Davis Wholesale of Wadena, Minnesota is voluntarily recalling Kowalski’s brand Buffalo Cauliflower Bites with Kowalski’s Steakhouse Blue Dressing because the Blue Cheese Dressing contains undeclared fish (anchovies). Russ Davis Wholesale of Wadena, Minnesota is voluntarily recalling Kowalski’s brand Buffalo Cauliflower Bites with Kowalski’s Steakhouse Blue Dressing because the Blue Cheese Dressing contains undeclared fish (anchovies).

In a similar, and but potentially recall, Litehouse Inc. is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of its Brite Harbor Caesar Dressing & Dip 1.5 oz pillows because it may contain undeclared anchovies. The voluntary recall was initiated after it was discovered that product labeling stated Caesar [which was correct] on the Front label and Blue Cheese on the back [which would not have any anchovies on it]. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a packaging error.

So these could be related if Russ Wholesale bought the Litehouse Blue cheese dressing to use in their product, but in reality received the mislabeled Caesar (and then nobody saw the label disparity). If this were the case, then the procedures for the facility producing the Cauliflower bites would have to be include a closer evaluation of the ingredients. Interesting to consider.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/russ-davis-wholesale-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-fish-anchovies-kowalskis-buffalo-cauliflower
Russ Davis Wholesale Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Fish (Anchovies) in Kowalski’s Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
Summary
Company Announcement Date: February 05, 2021
FDA Publish Date: February 15, 2021
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Undeclared Fish (Anchovies)
Company Name: Russ Davis Wholesale
Brand Name: Kowalski’s Markets
Product Description: Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Company Announcement

Russ Davis Wholesale of Wadena, Minnesota is voluntarily recalling Kowalski’s brand Buffalo Cauliflower Bites with Kowalski’s Steakhouse Blue Dressing because the Blue Cheese Dressing contains undeclared fish (anchovies). People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to fish (anchovies) run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

Kowalski’s brand Buffalo Cauliflower Bites with Kowalski’s Steakhouse Blue Dressing 22 oz was distributed to 7 metro Kowalski’s stores located in Minnesota. Product with Use By Dates of 1/19/2021 through 2/10/21 are impacted by this Recall.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

Russ Davis Wholesale of Wadena, Minnesota is voluntarily recalling Kowalski’s brand Buffalo Cauliflower Bites with Kowalski’s Steakhouse Blue Dressing because the Blue Cheese Dressing contains undeclared fish (anchovies).

Consumer who purchased Kowalski’s brand Buffalo Cauliflower Bites with Kowalski’s Steakhouse Blue Dressing with fish (anchovy) allergies should not consume this product, and direct questions to Customer Service at 1-877-433-2173.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/litehouse-inc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-anchovies-product
Litehouse Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Anchovies in Product
Summary
Company Announcement Date: February 15, 2021
FDA Publish Date: February 15, 2021
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Undeclared Anchovies
Company Name: Litehouse Inc.
Brand Name: Brite Harbor
Product Description: Caesar Dressing & Dip

Company Announcement

Litehouse Inc. is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of its Brite Harbor Caesar Dressing & Dip 1.5 oz pillows because it may contain undeclared anchovies. The Food and Drug Administration has been made aware of this recall which is limited to one production day from a single manufacturing location.

Litehouse took this action proactively because people who are sensitive or have allergies to anchovies could be at risk of an adverse reaction if they consume this product. No reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of this product have been reported. Anyone concerned about a reaction should contact a healthcare provider.

In total, 225 cases of 60/1.5 oz Brite Harbor Caesar pouches were distributed to a limited number of customers in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah. All customers impacted by this voluntary recall have been notified. The ‘Best Used By’ date can be found on the back of the pillow, labeled: 03 071321 with the lot code of 03 071321 16002 60/1.5 oz Brite Harbor Caesar. No other code dates of this product or any other Litehouse products are involved in this recall.

The voluntary recall was initiated after it was discovered that product labeling stated Caesar on the Front label and Blue Cheese on the back. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a packaging error. Consumers who have purchased the affected product are asked to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Litehouse customer service at 1-800.578.1652 or litehousefoods.com/contact

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