Tomato Sauce Recalled Due to Botulism Risk
First and Last Bakery LLC of Hartford, CT, is recalling three tomato sauce products following a potential health hazard flagged by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection. The affected sauces come in 20-ounce jars and carry "best by" dates of September, though the specific year was not mentioned in the recall notice.
Products Affected by the Recall
- Three tomato sauce varieties (labels available upon request)
Distribution Details
The recalled sauces were sold in Connecticut and Massachusetts through Big Y and Stop & Shop stores during September.
Company Response and Safety Information
The production and sales of these sauces have been paused to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Importantly, no cases of illness have been reported so far.
The products were manufactured without an approved scheduled process or proper evaluation to confirm the adequacy of the process.
Improper processing of acidified or low-acid canned goods can lead to the formation of Clostridium botulinum toxin, which presents serious health risks.
Summary
The recall addresses safety concerns over processing methods that may allow dangerous botulinum toxin to develop, prompting careful regulatory oversight and product suspension.
"Failure to appropriately process acidified or low-acid canned foods can result in Clostridium botulinum toxin formation."
Author's note: This recall highlights the critical importance of approved food processing protocols to prevent life-threatening contamination in canned products.