Prima Vera Nueva, Inc. Recalls Roasted Green Chile & Jack Cheese Tamales Due to Potential Listeria Contamination

What Happened

Prima Vera Nueva, Inc., based in Sonoma, California, has initiated a voluntary recall of its Roasted Green Chile & Jack Cheese Tamales. The recall was prompted by the potential presence of Listeria monocytogenes, a biological hazard that can cause serious illness.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall affects 31,672 packages of tamales distributed across California and Nevada. The specific product details are as follows:

• Product Name: Roasted Green Chile & Jack Cheese Tamales
• Brand: Primavera
• UPC: 748732000034
• Quantity: 31,672 packages (4 tamales per 24oz package)
• Recall Number: H-0432-2026

The product is perishable and must be kept refrigerated. The ingredients listed on the packaging include organic corn flour masa, roasted green chiles, jack cheese, non-GMO corn, butter, salt, spices, and baking powder.

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased the affected tamales are advised not to consume the product. The items should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase. For additional information or questions regarding the recall, consumers can contact Prima Vera Nueva, Inc. at (707) 939-9350. The company is located at 17070 Sonoma Highway, Sonoma, CA 95476.

Why This Matters

Listeria monocytogenes is a serious biological hazard that can cause severe and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as the elderly, pregnant women, and individuals with weakened immune systems.

Source

This information is based on official recall data provided by the FDA.