Food-Safety Alert: Canadian Beef Recall Expands to U.S.

WASHINGTONUSDAs Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is warning the public not to consume raw boneless beef trim products imported from Canada because they may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7. On Sept. 16, Edmonton-based XL Foods recalled the meat products after testing revealed contamination.

XL Foods and various retailers, processors and distributors are recalling meats were sold in various configurations, including beef patties, bulk ground beef, meatloaf, sliders and meatballs sold under the brand names Calahoo Meats, Kirkland Signature, Safeway and Walmart.

The products subject to the Canadian recall were distributed to U.S. establishments in California, Michigan, Nebraska, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington and Wisconsin. At the U.S. establishments, the products may have been further processed into various products, such as ground beef or ground beef patties.