The United Kingdom’s Food Standards Agency has announced a recall of multiple Ballymaguire Foods’ prepared meals and side dishes due to possible Listeria monocytogenes (Listeria) contamination. Listeria is a bacterium that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as young children, pregnant women, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems.
Background
The recall notice did not say how the potential presence of Listeria was discovered in the affected products.
Distribution
The recalled items were distributed to multiple retailers in the UK.
Product Details
| Brand | Product | Size | Batch Code | Best Before Date |
| Clean Cut | Beef Stroganoff | 400 grams | All Batch Codes | All Best Before Dates |
| Chicken Carbonara | ||||
| Butter Chicken | ||||
| Taco Wedges | All pack sizes | |||
| Veggie Bolognese | ||||
| Cottage Pie | 400 grams | |||
| Good Food Locally Sourced | Chicken & Stuffing Dinner | 600 grams | ||
| Beef Dinner | ||||
| Spaghetti Bolognese | 400 grams | |||
| Ham & Mushroom Tagliatelle | ||||
| Mac & Cheese | ||||
| Spaghetti Carbonara | ||||
| Spaghetti Bolognese | ||||
| Chicken Arrabiata | ||||
| Chicken Tikka & Rice | 450 grams | |||
| Chilli Beef & Rice | ||||
| Carbonara Pasta Bake | ||||
| Mexican Bean Burrito Bowl | ||||
| Salmon Penne Pasta | ||||
| Teriyaki Beef Noodle Bowl | ||||
| Slow Cooked Beef Ragu with Pappardelle | ||||
| Chicken Massaman with Sticky Jasmin Rice | ||||
| Chicken with Black Bean & Egg Rice | ||||
| Clean Cut | Chicken Curry | All pack sizes | ||
| Good Food Locally Sourced | Chicken with White Wine Sauce | 550 grams | ||
| Chorizo Mac & Cheese | 450 grams | |||
| Korean Style Chicken with Noodles | ||||
| Chicken Laksa | ||||
| Signature Taste | Potato Mash | 400 g | ||
| Potato Gratin | ||||
| SuperValu | Beef Lasagne | 1.2 kilogram | ||
| Cottage Pie | ||||
| Tesco Meals Made Easy | Beef Lasagne | 1 kilogram | ||
| Chicken Curry | ||||
| Clean Cut | Chicken Spice Bag | 400 grams | ||
| Tesco Meals Made Easy | Chicken & Pasta Bake | 1 kilogram | ||
| Chicken & Broccoli Potato Bake | ||||
| Clean Cut | Thai Green Curry | 400 grams | ||
| Paella | ||||
| Turkey Meatballs | ||||
| Chicken Chow Mein | ||||
| Chorizo and Chicken Pasta |
Consumer Action
As with all food recalls, consumers are strongly advised to discontinue use of the affected product even if it looks or smells safe to eat.
Anyone in possession of the recalled product is requested to not sell, serve, donate, or distribute them.
The affected products can be returned to the store for a refund or should be disposed of immediately.
Consumers should thoroughly sanitize any surface or utensils that have come into contact with the recalled products.
Consumers with additional questions or concerns can contact the company at +353 214217619.
Health Risks
The recall notice did not say if any illness, adverse effects, or other reactions in connection with the consumption of the recalled products have been reported.
Listeriosis, the infection caused by Listeria monocytogenes, is particularly dangerous for certain vulnerable populations. Pregnant individuals, people aged 65 or older, and those with weakened immune systems are at highest risk. Symptoms can include fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions, sometimes preceded by gastrointestinal symptoms. In pregnant individuals, listeriosis can lead to miscarriages, stillbirths, premature delivery, or life-threatening infections in newborns.
Leading national Listeria law firm Ron Simon & Associates says that any person who is experiencing symptoms of Listeriosis should contact their healthcare provider immediately.
