Recall of over 50,000 pounds of raw ground beef due to possible E. coli contamination



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Grant Park Packing recalls more than 50,000 pounds of raw ground beef due to possible E. coli contamination.

According to

Food Safety and Inspection Service of the United States Department of Agriculture,

"Raw ground beef was produced on October 30 and 31, 2018 and November 1, 2018."

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Reminder Details:

  • Description of the article: 40 lb loose cartons of "North Star Imports & Sales, LLC. 100% beef in bulk 80% LEAN / 20% fat »
  • Mark: "FOR INSTITUTIONAL USE ONLY"
  • Lot code: GP.1051.18
  • Business Number: "EST 21781" (inside the USDA inspection mark)

"FSIS recommends that all consumers safely prepare their raw meat products, including fresh and frozen products, and consume only ground beef cooked at a temperature of 160 ° F." – USDA website

The recall comes after at least 156 people in 10 states, including Florida, were infected with E. coli after consuming contaminated ground beef at home and in restaurants,

Centers for Disaster Control and Prevention

the officials said.

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To read the full press release,

click here.

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