Onion Rings Recalled for Potential Staphylococcus Aureus

In the FDA Enforcement Reports, a recall of fried onion rings due to the potential growth of Staphylococcus aureus.  While the information on the Enforcement Reports is limited, one would guess that the issue was related to temperature control of the batter during manufacturing.  If this is the case, teh concern would be that Staphylococcus aureus may have grown, produced toxin, and now that toxin would be heat stable.  Another possibility was that there could have been a high staph count on the finished product, and if the consumer temperature abused the product, Staphylococcus would grow.

FDA Enforcement Report

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Product Details
Product Description:
FRENCH S CRISPY FRIED ONIONS ORIG 240/26.5 OZ PDM
Reason for Recall:  Potential growth of Staphylococcus aureus
Product Quantity:  26.5 ounce - 720 Pouches
Recall Number:  F-1214-2024
Code Information:  UPC: 041500959030

Classification:  Class II
Event Details
Event ID:  94282
Voluntary / Mandated:  Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Type:  Food
Initial Firm Notification of Consignee or Public:  Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
Status:  Ongoing
Distribution Pattern:  The product was distributed to the following States: AZ, IL
Recalling Firm:  McCormick & Company, Inc.- Consumer Product Division
11100 Mccormick Rd
Hunt Valley, MD 21031-1107
United States

Press Release URL(s):
Recall Initiation Date:  3/18/2024
Center Classification Date:   5/2/2024