Expanded Recall of Bettergoods Brand Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine Due to Listeria Concerns

Gias Foods, Inc. is broadening a previous recall to now encompass all lot codes of the Bettergoods brand Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an alert on Thursday highlighting potential listeria contamination.

The frozen pasta, originally sold at Walmart stores nationwide, comes in 22-ounce yellow plastic packaging with the UPC number 194346442706. Despite the recall, no illnesses have been reported in relation to this product.

Past Recalls and Additional Actions

This year, numerous recalls have occurred across the U.S., including a recent one from Star Meat Delivery Inc. affecting approximately 167,639 pounds of beef, pork, and goat. These meats were produced without federal inspection.

A Walmart representative emphasized, “Safety is a top priority. When notified of recalls, we swiftly remove impacted products and block sales both in-store and online. We are collaborating closely with our supplier. Customers should stop using this product and adhere to recall instructions.”

Details of the Recall

The recall was initiated after routine testing by the Washington State Department of Agriculture and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. These tests indicated that the finished product might contain listeria bacteria.

The company has halted distribution while the FDA and Gias Foods investigate the source of the contamination. Last month, the pasta received a Class I designation from the FDA, indicating a reasonable probability of serious health consequences or death due to the product’s use.

Consumers who bought the recalled pasta should return it to the purchase location for a refund. For additional questions, contact Gias Foods via email at [email protected].

Potential Health Risks

Listeria monocytogenes is known to cause severe and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in those with weakened immune systems, older adults, and children. Pregnant women risk miscarriages or stillbirths. Healthy individuals may experience symptoms such as high fever, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, severe headache, and stiffness.

Context on Foodborne Illness Recalls in 2026

The update on the frozen pasta recall arises amidst increased concerns about foodborne illnesses. Recent cases include national outbreaks of salmonella and cyclospora.

The largest cyclospora outbreak this year involved iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico. The CDC announced last month the end of the outbreak, which sickened thousands across the country. A recall of fresh jalapenos over salmonella concerns led to further recalls of dips, salsas, and prepared foods. The FDA reported nearly 500 illnesses and 65 hospitalizations as of Friday.

Insights from Food Safety Experts

Keith Schneider, a professor of food safety at the UF Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, explained to Newsweek that large companies’ vast distribution networks make them more detectable when issues arise. He stated, “Imagine one supplier distributes a million units. If contamination occurs, health officials can identify a pattern due to a larger number of affected people.”

Schneider emphasized that large companies aren’t necessarily less safe, but the scale of distribution can highlight problems more visibly.