Mezzetta recalls peperoncini chili peppers when apparent dead mouse found in jar
Key Points:
- Federal regulators recalled a lot of Mezzetta Brand Golden Greek Peperoncini after a customer found a dead mouse in a jar, prompting a social media video that surfaced on September 16.
- The recall affects lot 720106 with SKU 10106328, and no other Mezzetta products or lots are involved.
- Mezzetta is working with consumers who purchased the affected batch to isolate and remove the product from sale, emphasizing food safety and ongoing investigation efforts.
- No illnesses or injuries have been reported, and consumers are advised not to consume the product and to contact Mezzetta for assistance.
- The company has requested to retrieve and examine the original contaminated product as part of its investigation.