Costco Butter Recalled: What You Need To Know

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Post on Nov 12, 2024

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Costco Butter Recalled: What You Need To Know

Hold the toast! You might want to check your fridge if you've recently bought butter from Costco. Kirkland Signature Organic Salted Butter has been recalled due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a nasty bacteria that can cause serious illness.

Wait, what's Listeria and why is it a big deal? Listeria is a bacteria that can cause listeriosis, a foodborne illness that can be super dangerous, especially for pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems. Symptoms can include fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and even seizures.

How did this happen? The recall was initiated after the FDA discovered the bacteria in a sample of the butter during routine testing. The good news is that no illnesses have been reported yet, but the FDA is urging consumers to take action to avoid any potential risks.

What should I do?

1. Check your fridge: If you've got Kirkland Signature Organic Salted Butter in your fridge, check the packaging. The affected butter has a "best by" date of July 22, 2023, and a UPC code of 00011110148608.

2. Don't eat it! Throw it away. It's not worth the risk, trust me.

3. Contact Costco: If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact Costco customer service at (800) 775-2678.

This is a bummer, right? I know, I was really looking forward to my next buttery toast too. But better safe than sorry, right? Remember, safety first! And if you're worried about getting your butter fix, there are plenty of other options out there.

Stay safe and happy eating!