ConAgra Foods Recalls Pot Pies

The Pot Pies, selling in retail stores nationwide, are possibly linked to an outbreak of salmonellosis.

October 11, 2007

COUNTY NC NEWS -- ConAgra Foods is voluntarily recalling all varieties of frozen pot pies in 7 oz. single serving packages bearing an establishment number "P-9" or "Est. 1059" printed on the side of the package. The frozen pot pies are selling in retail stores nationwide, and are possibly linked to an outbreak of salmonellosis.

The following brands and all varieties, including chicken, turkey and beef, of frozen pot pie products are subject to this food recall:

• Banquet
• Albertson's
• Food Lion
• Great Value
• Hill Country Fare
• Kirkwood * Kroger
• Meijer
• Western Family

These frozen pot pie products were distributed to retail establishments nationwide throughout the United States, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean islands. Based on product shelf life, these products could still be in consumers' freezers and it is important that consumers look for and return or discard and do not eat these products if they find them.

On October 9, the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a public health alert for these frozen pot pie products following an investigation by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and State public health departments into a large cluster of illnesses caused by Salmonella that identified these products. ConAgra Foods voluntarily ceased operations on October 9, while the Food Safety and Inspection Service continues to investigate the origin of contamination. The Food Safety and Inspection Service, CDC, and state public health departments also continue investigation into the multi-state illness outbreak.

Food that is contaminated with Salmonella can cause salmonellosis, a common bacterial foodborne illness. Salmonella infections can be life-threatening, especially to those with weak immune systems, such as infants, the elderly and persons with HIV infection or undergoing chemotherapy. The most common manifestations of salmonellosis are diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever within eight to 72 hours. Additional symptoms may be chills, headache, nausea and vomiting that can last up to seven days.

Consumers with questions about the ConAgra Foods pot pie food recall may contact the Toll-Free Nationwide Hotline at (866) 484-8641.