CDC: Listeria in pasta kills six
The CDC says a listeria outbreak tied to recalled pre-cooked pasta meals has grown to 6 deaths and 27 illnesses in 18 states, with the latest case on Oct. 16. The outbreak is linked to pasta from Nate's Fine Foods (Roseville, Calif.) used in heat-and-eat meals made by FreshRealm and sold at national retailers including Trader Joe's and Walmart; multiple specific products and best-by dates have been recalled, and consumers are urged to discard or return affected items.
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📌 Key Facts
- Toll: 6 deaths, 27 illnesses in 18 states; two new deaths in Hawaii and Oregon
- Traceback: pre‑cooked pasta from Nate’s Fine Foods; FreshRealm sequencing confirmed link
- Recalls include: Trader Joe’s Cajun Style Blackened Chicken Breast Fettuccine Alfredo (multiple Sept.–Oct. best‑by dates); Walmart Marketside Chicken Alfredo and Meatball Linguine (Sept.–Oct. best‑by dates); Scott & Jon’s Shrimp Scampi with Linguini (2027 best‑by dates)
- Action: CDC/FDA/USDA investigating; consumers should check fridges/freezers and discard or return recalled items
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October 30, 2025