CDC Expands Listeria Investigation: Pasta and Deli Salads Sold in Michigan Recalled

Federal health officials have expanded a recall on prepared pasta meals and deli salads that were sold in Michigan, after tests linked pre-cooked pasta from Nate's Fine Foods to the outbreak.

What Is Being Affected

Multiple retailers with Michigan locations have pulled items from stores like Kroger, with their Deli Pasta Salads. Other retailers in Michigan like Walmart's Marketside Meals, have also been pulled, with the Home Chef Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo. Trader Joe's Cajun-style chicken fettuccine Alfredo was also recalled.

READ MORE: Stores In Michigan Recall Chicken Products After Multiple Deaths.

So far, the CDC reports at least 20 illnesses, 19 hospitalizations, and four deaths since 2024. The investigations remain active as of now.

List of Affected Products

The FDA and CDC added and updated items, adding both dates and months to these items. For Michigan shoppers, there are a few things that you should watch for.

• Kroger's Deli Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad
• Smoked Mozzarella Penne
• Marketside Linguine with Beef MeatballS & mARINARA
• Home Chef Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
• Trader Joe's Cajun-style Alfredo Trays

Why These Recalls Are So Important

Listeria is a dangerous infection that can cause severe illnesses, especially for pregnant people, seniors, and those with weakened immune systems. Symptoms can appear within days or take weeks to show up.

If you have eaten the recalled product and feel sick (fever, muscle aches, gastrointestinal symptoms), you should call your doctor immediately.

You should check your fridge immediately, and also make sure to clean your fridge surfaces that anything could've leaked on. You are able to return these products for a full refund at this time too. However, you can also toss the product and move on with your life.