Hormel Foods Recalls 256,000 Pounds Of Dinty Moore Beef Stew

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Hormel Foods is recalling 256,000 pounds of canned Dinty Moore Beef Stew that could be contaminated with foreign objects—namely, wood.
The contaminated beef stew was produced on February 4 and affects 20-ounce metal cans that were shipped to retailers nationwide.
Cans are labeled with 'BEST BY FEB 2028.'
Before you open a can of Dinty Moore stew and bite into those meaty chunks, you'd better check the label. Georgia-based Hormel Foods is recalling 256,000 pounds of canned Dinty Moore Beef Stew that could be contaminated with foreign objects—namely, wood.
Three people have complained so far about finding pieces of wood in their beef stew, according to the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service. The FSIS says the contaminated beef stew was produced on February 4 and affects 20-ounce metal cans that were shipped to retailers nationwide.
While recalled products are pulled from store shelves, you could already have a can sitting in your pantry. To know if your cans of Dinty Moore are included in the recall, check the labels for the following:
Cans are labeled with 'BEST BY FEB 2028.'
The label will include the lot code 'T02045' (the lot code may have an additional number at the end).
Also, check for establishment number 'EST 199G.'
If you have a recalled can in your pantry, throw it out or return it to the store where you bought it. Fortunately, there haven't been any confirmed injuries from the contaminated beef stew. If you are concerned about an injury, contact your healthcare provider.
You can contact the FSIS with any questions about food safety by calling 888-674-6854 or emailing [e-mail]. Complaints can be reported anytime at foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF.
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