Mashed potatoes recalled over plastic in product

Bob Evans Farms is recalling certain Bob Evan’s Original Mash Potato because of the potential for foreign material, specifically red plastic, in the product.

According to the details posted online by the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), the recall was initiated on March 4, 2024, and is ongoing.

The recalled products were distributed in Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Vermont and Wisconsin.

Recalled product:

• Bob Evan’s Original Mash Potato 2lbs (32 oz) 
• Packaged in black plastic tray with clear film and corrugate sleeve overwrap. 
• 6 units per case
• Product Quantity: 410 cases

Code Information: 

• Batch No. 2392939 
• Lot No KCL1 4-18-2024 
• Product No 10000534 
• UPC 75900005349 
• Packer No KCL1 
• Best By 4/18/24

Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to their place of purchase.

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