Two flavors of a popular ice cream brand are being recalled after a consumer found a metal object in a carton.
Videos by Wide Open Country
What Flavors Are Listed in the Recall?
In an announcement by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Stewart's Shops began a recall of its half-gallon packages of Heavenly Medley and Vanilla-Chocolate-Strawberry on Oct. 2.
The affected ice cream was sold at all store locations in New York, Vermont, and New Hampshire between July 17 and Oct. 2 of this year. Both flavors come in paper cartons. They also have a shelf life of 7 months.
The Heavenly Medley packages affected by the recall have a best-by date of Feb. 10, 2027. They also have a UPC number of 0 82086 44371 1. The affected Vanilla-Chocolate-Strawberry packages have a best-by date of Feb. 11, 2027. They also have a UPC number of 0 82086 44377 3.
What Should Customers Do?
To date, no injuries or illnesses have been reported in connection with the affected ice cream. Stewart's advises customers who may have the product in their home not to consume it. They can also return the product to any Stewart's Shops for a full refund.
Anyone with questions is advised to call 518-248-0455 or email Robin Cooper at [email protected].
This news follows an announcement last week that a popular brand of cheese was recalled. An E. coli outbreak traced to the product hospitalized eight people.
Sierra Nevada Graziers sold the affected raw dairy products nationwide at both retailers and online. As raw milk have become more popular, the FDA recently clarified its stance on the products.
"Pasteurization of milk was adopted decades ago as a basic public health measure to kill dangerous bacteria and largely eliminate the risk of getting sick from one of the most important staples of the American diet," a statement read.
"In recent years, however, a small number of Americans (less than one percent) have rejected pasteurization in favor of raw (or unpasteurized) milk," it explains. "The health risks are clear. Since 1987, there have been 143 reported outbreaks of illness... associated with consumption of raw milk and raw milk products."
