The United Kingdom’s Food Standards Agency has announced a recall of Ballymaguire Foods’ Good Food Locally Sourced Freshly Prepared Bacon and Cabbage Dinner 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 product.
Distribution
The recalled item was distributed to unnamed retailers in Northern Ireland.
Product Details
| Brand | Product | Size | Batch Code | Best by Dates |
| Good Food Locally Sourced | Freshly Prepared Bacon and Cabbage Dinner | 600 grams | All batch codes | June 30, 2025July 3, 2025July 5, 2025July 7, 2025 |
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
No 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 nationwide Listeria law firm Ron Simon & Associates says that anyone experiencing symptoms of Listeriosis should contact their healthcare provider immediately.
There have been multiple recalls in the last week due to Listeria contamination, including sliced mushrooms in Canada, sushi in the US midwest, and smoked salmon in Washington state.
