Prima Vera Nueva, Inc. Recalls Mushroom, Spinach & Salsa Tamales Due to Potential Listeria Contamination

What Happened

Prima Vera Nueva, Inc. of Sonoma, California, has initiated a voluntary recall of its Mushroom, Spinach & Salsa Tamales with 2 Cheeses. The recall was prompted by the potential contamination of the product with Listeria monocytogenes, a biological hazard. The recall is currently classified as a Class II event by the FDA.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall affects 25,889 packages of tamales distributed across California and Nevada. The specific product details are as follows:

• Product Name: Mushroom, Spinach & Salsa Tamales with 2 Cheeses
• Brand: Primavera
• UPC: 748732000249
• Quantity: 24oz packages containing 4 tamales each
• Recall Number: H-0424-2026

The product is perishable and intended to be kept refrigerated. The packaging includes ingredients such as organic corn flour masa, mushrooms, spinach, onions, jalapenos, jack and white cheddar cheese, butter, salt, spices, and baking powder.

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased the affected tamales are urged not to consume them. The products should be disposed of or returned to the place of purchase. For questions or additional information, consumers may contact Prima Vera Nueva, Inc. at (707) 939-9350. The firm is located at 17070 Sonoma Highway, Sonoma, CA 95476.

Why This Matters

Listeria monocytogenes is a biological hazard that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.

Source

Information provided by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).