A frozen food recall you should know about
There is a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recall that could very well affect what’s in your freezer right now. On Sept. 4, the agency announced that Endico Potatoes Inc. of New York is recalling its Endico brand Peas & Carrots and Mixed Vegetables because they could be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
The problem was revealed when routine testing conducted by a distributor in Pennsylvania found the bacteria to be present. Endico immediately began recall distribution and is now working with the FDA to further investigate the situation.
What’s being recalled?
If you’re shopping in the Northeast or Florida, this recall may be especially significant. The items were distributed between July 18, 2025, and August 4, 2025, in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Maryland, the District of Columbia, and Florida.
The affected vegetables come in 2.5-pound clear plastic bags bearing the Endico label. Check your freezer and determine if you have them by searching for these lot codes, which are found printed on the sides of the bags:
- Peas & Carrots: Lot 110625, Production Date 6/11/25, Use By Date 6/10/27
- Mixed Vegetables: Lot 170625, Production Date 6/17/25, Use By Date 6/16/27
If your freezer has matching numbers, you’ll need to take action right away.
Why listeria is a big deal
Listeria might sound like any other foodborne germ, but it’s one of the worst ones. Unlike many bacteria, it can live and even grow in cold temperatures such as your fridge or freezer.
Here’s why it’s important:
- In healthy adults, listeria might cause flu-like symptoms such as fever, nausea, headaches, or stomachache.
- In children, the elderly, or people with weakened immune systems, it can be much more severe, leading to life-threatening illness or death.
- In pregnant women, the risk is especially high, as it can result in complications for both mother and unborn child.
The FDA noted that no illnesses have been reported yet linked to these vegetables—but the recall is a precaution designed to keep it that way.
What to do if you bought them
If you find that you have one of these recalled bags in your freezer, the FDA is insistent: don’t consume them. Instead, throw them away or take them back to the store where you purchased them for a full refund.
If you’ve already eaten the product and are feeling unwell—especially if you’re in a higher-risk category—then it’s a good idea to contact your physician as soon as possible.
Consumers who have questions can contact Endico Potatoes Inc. at 1-800-431-1398 for more information.
A reminder to check your freezer
Food recalls can be daunting, but they’re all in the name of keeping us safe. Even frozen foods, which most of us consider to be hassle-free, can occasionally harbour unseen dangers. So it’s worth taking a second look at your freezer when the FDA issues an alert like this one.
The good news is that recalls usually happen quickly, before anyone becomes compromised. Here, the company acted as soon as tests revealed the problem. That rapid action, combined with consumer awareness, is what prevents outbreaks.
The bottom line
If you live in the affected states and bought Endico brand Peas & Carrots or Mixed Vegetables recently, check your freezer immediately. Look for the lot codes listed above, and if they’re a match, don’t take a chance—return them or toss them.
As much as the recall is an inconvenience, it’s a small price to pay for safety. After all, food is what’s supposed to bring people together—not land them in the hospital.
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