South Florida Bakery Issues Recall for Publix Bakery Coconut Macaroons (Coquitos)

South Florida Bakery is issuing a voluntary recall on all lot codes of Publix Bakery Coconut Macaroons (Coquitos). This includes several varieties:

* Coconut Macaroons (Coquitos), 21oz – UPC 41415-95290
* Mini Coconut Macaroons (Mini Coquitos), 12oz - UPC 10878-90011
* Mini Coconut Macaroons with Chocolate Chips (Mini Coquitos con Pedazos de Chocolate), 12oz – UPC 10878-90012
* Mini Coconut Macaroons with Confetti Sprinkles (Mini Coquitos con Dulcecitos de Colores), 12oz.- UPC 10878-90013

The UPC may be found on the back label below the Nutritional Facts panel.

The pre-packaged coconut macaroons were sold in 21oz and 12 oz plastic dome containers exclusively in the retail bakeries of Publix Super Markets throughout Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee. The products are being recalled due to an undeclared milk ingredient present in a small amount in the product. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

“The packaging error was detected during a routine quality and label review by Publix,” said Rick Bernardo of South Florida Bakery. “There have been no reported cases of illness. Customers who have purchased the product may return it to their local Publix for a full refund or replacement. Consumers with questions may contact South Florida Bakery at 1-305-256-1777, M-F 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, EST.”

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Publix Issues Voluntary Recall on Four Seasoning Mixes

Publix Super Markets is issuing a voluntary recall for four (4) varieties of seasoning mixes. The products have been manufactured with HVP (hydrolyzed vegetable protein) supplied by Basic Food Flavors of Las Vegas, Nevada. The HVP may be contaminated with Salmonella. Consumption of products containing Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly persons and others with weakened immune systems. The recalled products include all lot codes for the following items:

Publix Mushroom Gravy Mix, 0.75oz. UPC: 41415-03308

Publix Meatloaf Seasoning, 1oz. UPC: 41415-03408

Publix Beef Flavored Stew Mix, 1.45oz. UPC: 41415-03608

Publix Au Jus Gravy Mix, 1oz. UPC: 41415-04208



"As part of our commitment to food safety, potentially impacted product has been removed from all store shelves,” said Maria Brous, Publix media and community relations director. "To date, there have been no reported cases of illness. Consumers who have purchased the products in question may return the product to their local store for a full refund. Publix customers with additional questions may call our Consumer Relations department at 1-800-242-1227 or by visiting our website at www.publix.com."1

Publix is privately owned and operated by its 141,000 employees, with 2009 sales of $24.3 billion. Currently Publix has 1,012 stores in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama and Tennessee. The company has been named one of Fortune's "100 Best Companies to Work For in America" for 13 consecutive years. In addition, Publix’s dedication to superior quality and customer service is recognized as tops in the grocery business, most recently by an American Customer Satisfaction Index survey.

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Publix Issues Allergy Alert on Pecans in Publix Pumpkin Pecan Streusel Pie

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Publix Super Markets is issuing a voluntary recall for Publix Pumpkin Pecan Streusel Pie, because it was mislabeled and may contain undeclared pecans. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to pecans run the risk of allergic reaction if they consume this product. Product was prepared at Publix stores for retail sale between November and December 2009. The recalled product has a UPC number of: 002-95118-20399-7 and is packaged in a 30 ounce plastic container. The name of the product describes the product as “Pumpkin Pecan Streusel Pie.” The ingredient statement on the label does not declare pecan, which is an ingredient in the pie. The mislabeled pies were distributed in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee and South Carolina.

“As part of our commitment to food safety and in cooperation with the FDA, we are issuing this voluntarily recall,” said Maria Brous, Publix director of media and community relations. “Since customers may still have these pies in their homes, we wanted to take every precaution to make them aware of the pecan as an ingredient. To date, there have been no reported cases of illness. Consumers who have purchased the product in question may return the product to their local store for a full refund. Publix customers with additional questions may call our Consumer Relations department at 1-800-242-1227 or by visiting our website at www.publix.com.”

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Manufacturer for Publix Brand GreenWise Vanilla & Chocolate Flavored Whey Proteins Issues an Allergen Alert for Undeclared Milk Allergen

A limited number of Publix GreenWise Vanilla and Chocolate Whey Protein Powders is being recalled by the manufacturer as they may contain undeclared milk ingredients. Persons who have an allergy to milk run the risk of a serious or possible life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the affected product.

	GreenWise Vanilla Whey Protein Powder	GreenWise Chocolate Whey Protein Powder
Canister Size	15.5oz	13oz
Expiration	05/2012	06/2012
UPC code	41415-54977	41415-55077
Affected Lots	906022, 906023, 906024, 906025	905036, 905037, 905038, 905039

The product was distributed throughout the chain to include stores in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama and Tennessee.

“The recall was initiated after a review of the labels revealed lacking, insufficient, or inaccurate information about Milk Allergens,” said Jim Sarti, Arizona Nutritional Supplements VP, Quality Assurance. "As part of Publix commitment to food safety, they are asking customers to return the product for a full refund or replacement. There have been no reported cases of illness. Consumers with questions may contact Publix at 1-800-242-1227 between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM E.S.T. or www.publix.com.

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Western Bagel Baking Corporation Issues an Allergen Alert for Undeclared Egg In Publix Brand 100% Whole Wheat Sliced Bagels

The manufacturer of Publix 100% Whole Wheat Sliced Bagels is recalling a limited number of 12oz packaging of 100% Whole Wheat Sliced Bagels with lot code date of 10491 and 11291 as they may contain undeclared Egg. The lot code date may be found printed on the clip that closes the bag. Persons who have an allergy to Egg run the risk of a serious or possible life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the affected product. The UPC number may be found on the side label below the Nutrition Facts panel:

Publix 100% Whole Wheat Sliced Bagels, UPC: 41415-78290

The product was distributed throughout the chain to include stores in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama and Tennessee.

“The recall was initiated after the discovery of Egg Bagels packaged inside a 100% Whole Wheat Sliced Bagel packaging. This resulted in the undeclared Egg ingredient,” said Jeff Gerber, Western Bagel Baking Corporations Quality Assurance Manager. "As part of Publix commitment to food safety, they are asking customers to return the product for a full refund or replacement. There have been no reported cases of illness. Consumers with questions may contact Publix at 1-800-242-1227."

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Publix Issues Voluntary Recall on Pistachios

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Publix Super Markets is issuing a voluntary recall on all 6 oz packages of Publix Pistachios with a UPC # of 41415-04033. These products may contain pistachios from Setton Pistachio of Terra Bella, Inc., who are currently recalling pistachios due to potential contamination with Salmonella.

“As part of our commitment to food safety, potentially impacted product has been removed from all store shelves,” said Maria Brous, Publix media and community relations manager. “To date, there have been no reported cases of illness. Consumers who have purchased the product in question may return the pistachios to their local store for a full refund. Publix customers with additional questions may call our Consumer Relations department at 1-800-242-1227 or e-mail us at www.publix.com.”

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Publix Issues Voluntary Recall on Produce Snacks

Publix Super Markets is issuing a voluntary recall for six (6) varieties of produce snacks. The products contain peanut products that are from Peanut Corporation of America, which has been implicated in a national outbreak of Salmonella. The recalled products include all lot codes for the following items:

* Publix Boston Baked Beans, 10.7oz UPC: 41415-17686-7
* Greenwise Organic Ambassador Mix, 6.9oz UPC: 41415-13586-4
* Publix Sunburst Mix, 17.1oz UPC: 41415-07186-5
* Publix Sweet N Nutty, 35.8oz UPC: 41415-16486-4
* Publix Trail Mix with Goji Berries, 7.7oz UPC: 41415-06086-9
* Publix Spicy Trail Mix, 23.2oz UPC: 41415-07786-7

“As part of our commitment to food safety, potentially impacted product has been removed from all store shelves,” said Maria Brous, Publix media and community relations director. “To date, there have been no reported cases of illness. Consumers who have purchased the product in question may return the product to their local store for a full refund. Publix customers with additional questions may call our Consumer Relations department at 1-800-242- 1227 or by visiting our website at www.publix.com.”

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Manufacturer for Publix Brand Vanilla Wafers Issues a Recall for Undeclared Soy

The manufacturer of Publix Vanilla Wafers is recalling a limited number of 12oz boxes of Vanilla Wafers with a code date of 030409A as they may contain undeclared soy. Persons who have an allergy to soy run the risk of a serious or possible life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the affected product. The UPC number may be found on the side label below the Nutrition Facts panel:

Publix Vanilla Wafers, UPC: 41415-00609

The product was distributed throughout the chain to include stores in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama and Tennessee.

The vanilla wafers are packaged in 12 oz. paperboard boxes.

“The recall was initiated after the discovery of gingersnap cookies co-packaged with vanilla wafers. This resulted in the undeclared soy ingredient.” said Roy Peterson, Toufayan Bakery general manager. "As part of Publix commitment to food safety, they are asking customers to return the product for a full refund or replacement. There have been no reported cases of illness. Consumers with questions may contact Publix at 1-800-242-1227."

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Publix Issues Recall for No Sugar Added Cherry Pie

Publix Super Markets is issuing a voluntary recall on three codes of No Sugar Added Cherry Pie with a sell-by-date of July 8 – July 27. UPC numbers for the affected product may be found on the back label below the Nutritional Facts panel:

* Publix NSA 8inch Cherry Pie, UPC: 41415-65990
* Publix NSA 1/2 Cherry Pie, UPC: 03000-00225
* Publix NSA 1/4 Cherry Pie, UPC: 41415-66990

These products were sold in the retail bakeries and were recalled due to the undeclared soy ingredient. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. The recall affected stores in Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, Tennessee and Florida stores in Citrus County south through Monroe County, excluding Orlando proper stores.

"The packaging error was detected during a routine label review," said Maria Brous, Publix media and community relations director. "As part of our commitment to food safety, we routinely inspect our product labeling for accuracy and for product quality. There have been no reported cases of illness. Customers who have purchased the product may return it to their store for a full refund or replacement. Consumers with questions may contact Publix at 1-800-242-1227."