Hy-Vee Cream Cheese and Snack Mix Recalled for Possible Salmonella Contamination
August 1, 2024
A recall is underway for two types of Hy-Vee cream cheese and its Cookies & Cream snack mix after concerns of potential salmonella contamination. The recall was initiated by Hy-Vee, following notification from their third-party manufacturers about the possible contamination. Salmonella is a harmful bacteria known for causing food-borne illnesses.
Cream Cheese Spreads
Hy-Vee is recalling two cream cheese spreads:
- Eight-ounce Hy-Vee whipped cream cheese spread with Aug. 7 and Aug. 14 use-by dates.
- Twelve-ounce Hy-Vee cream cheese spread with a Sept. 1 use-by date.
Customers who have purchased these products are advised to discard them or return them to the store for a refund. It is important to note that no illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported in connection with these products thus far.
Snack Mix
The recall also includes the following snack mix:
- Four-ounce packages of Hy-Vee to-go Cookies & Cream mix and 16-ounce packages of Hy-Vee Cookies & Cream Mix with certain use-by dates.
Customers who have purchased the recalled snack mix should dispose of it to prevent potential health risks.
Salmonella Concerns
Salmonella can cause temporary stomach issues and fever in healthy individuals, but it poses a more serious threat to young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems, potentially leading to severe infections or even death.
Hy-Vee has taken immediate action and voluntarily removed all affected items from its shelves as a precautionary measure. It is urging consumers to exercise caution and comply with the recall notice to ensure food safety.
Extent of the Recall
The affected cream cheese spreads and snack mix were distributed to Hy-Vee, Hy-Vee Drugstore, Dollar Fresh Market, and Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh convenience store locations in the following states:
- Illinois
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Minnesota
- Missouri
- Nebraska
- South Dakota
- Wisconsin
Customers who may have purchased these products from any of the mentioned locations are encouraged to follow the recall instructions and dispose of the affected items immediately.
Hy-Vee’s Commitment to Safety
Hy-Vee, a well-respected supermarket chain with 280 stores across the Midwest, takes the safety and well-being of its customers seriously. The company is fully committed to complying with all regulations and standards to maintain the highest level of quality and to protect its customers from any potential health risks.
For more information about the recall or to inquire about refunds, customers may contact Hy-Vee’s customer service at 1-800-000-0000.
