Hy-Vee Has Just Issued a Voluntary Recall
As of March 27th, 2023, the Iowa-based grocery chain Hy-Vee has issued a recall on one of their own products.
The recall is voluntary and is in regards to a variety of their Hy-Vee Chili Macaroni Hamburger Skillet Meal. The item has an unspecified food allergen (dairy) that is not listed on the product's packaging. At this time, there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to the consumption of the product, per a press release issued by Hy-Vee.
Below is the recalled item's UPC and product details:
UPC: 0075450085520
Product and Size: Hy-Vee Chili Macaroni Hamburger Skillet Meal – 5.8 oz.
Lot Number: FEB 08 24 Y18
Hy-Vee also added that the product was shipped to grocery stores across the eight states it serves, per their press release:
The affected products were distributed to Hy-Vee’s grocery stores and Dollar Fresh Market stores across its eight-state region of Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin. The recalled product is labeled as Hy-Vee Chili Macaroni Hamburger Skillet Meal and is packaged in a 5.2oz cardboard box. The only Best By date that is being recalled is “Best By FEB 08 24 Y18” and this code can be found on top of the box. The recalled product also has UPC 0075450085520.
At this point in time, Hy-Vee has voluntarily removed all affected Hy-Vee Chili Macaroni Hamburger Skillet Meal entrees from its shelves. People who purchased the product and are sensitive to dairy/dairy-related products are entitled to a full refund by bringing the product back to the Hy-Vee location at which they purchased it.
Hy-Vee also states that anyone concerned about potential illness from the product should contact their health provider.