OMAHA, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 9, 2007--ConAgra Foods todayannounced that it was contacted by state health officials regardingBanquet Turkey and Chicken Pot Pies. In cooperation with the U.S.Department of Agriculture (USDA), ConAgra Foods is advising consumersto not eat these products while the USDA and ConAgra Foods look intothese concerns. This advisory pertains to Banquet brand frozen chickenor turkey pot pie products or generic store brand not-ready-to-eat potpie products bearing the number "P-9" printed on the side of thepackage. The company believes the issue is likely related to consumerundercooking of the product.
If they wish, consumers may return these products to ConAgra Foodsfor a refund by sending the side panel of the package that containsthe code "P-9" to ConAgra Foods, Dept. BQPP, P.O. Box 3768, Omaha, NE68103-0768. If consumers prefer, they may return the product to thestore from which it was purchased for a refund; consumers shoulddiscard the product prior to returning the entire package to theirretail store.
The company reminds consumers that these products are notready-to-eat, and must always be thoroughly cooked as instructed onthe packages. The cooking instructions for these products arespecifically designed to eliminate the presence of common pathogensfound in many uncooked products. Microwave cooking times vary,depending on the wattage of the microwave, so carefully following allinstructions is important.
ConAgra Foods is working with the U.S. Department of Agriculture(USDA) to identify any additional steps that may be appropriate,including potential changes that may further clarify cookinginstructions for consumers. Already, the company is revising itspackaging to more clearly illustrate different cooking times forBanquet pot pies related to varying wattages of microwaves.
ConAgra Foods was advised yesterday by health officials in severalstates that a number of consumers had been diagnosed with salmonellathat they believe is statistically associated with the consumption ofBanquet chicken and turkey pot pies. Salmonella is among the commonpathogens found in not-ready-to-eat poultry containing products likepot pies. Cooking instructions are designed to result in theelimination of any risk associated with salmonella.
Consumers with questions regarding the cooking of Banquet pot piesmay call 1-866-484-8671 or contact us online atwww.conagrafoods.com/contactus. For more information on food safety,consumers may reference IFIC.org.
The generic store brand not-ready-to-eat pot pie products bearing the number “P-9” printed on the side of the package are sold under the generic store brand names as shown below:
- Hill Country Fare (sold at HEB);
- Food Lion (sold at Food Lion);
- Great Value (sold at Wal-Mart);
- Kirkwood (sold at Aldi);
- Kroger (sold at Kroger); and,
- Meijer (sold at Meijer).
ConAgra Foods Inc. (NYSE:CAG) is one of North America's leadingpackaged food companies, serving grocery retailers, as well asrestaurants and other foodservice establishments. For moreinformation, please visit us at www.conagrafoods.com.
CONTACT: ConAgra Foods Inc.
Consumer Toll-Free Line:
866-484-8671
Media:
Stephanie Childs, 402-595-6258
or
Analysts:
Chris Klinefelter, 402-595-4154
http://www.conagrafoods.com
SOURCE: ConAgra Foods Inc.
FAQs
Banquet and private label pot pies, which are produced at the company's Marshall, Mo., plant, were recalled on Oct. 11 due to concerns regarding salmonella. With consumer food safety as its top priority, the company recalled all varieties of pot pies, regardless of production date, made in its Marshall plant.
Are banquet pot pies good for you? ›
This product contains a high percentage of the Institute of Medicine's recommended adequate intake for sodium of 1500 mg a day (IOM 2005). This value is much lower than what the FDA requires be listed on food labels -- 2400 mg. Americans average 3,400 mg of sodium a day.
Who makes banquet pot pies? ›
Banquet Foods is a subsidiary of Conagra Brands that sells various food products, including frozen pre-made entrées, meals, and desserts.
Do banquet pot pies have MSG? ›
FILLING: WATER, BEEF, POTATOES (POTATOES, CALCIUM CHLORIDE), CARROTS, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, LESS THAN 2% OF: PEAS, WHEAT FLOUR, SALT, CARAMEL COLOR, SUGAR, TOMATO PASTE, NATURAL FLAVORS, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, GARLIC JUICE, POTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, MONOSODIUM ...
What is the recall on Banquet meals? ›
RECALL: 245K+ pounds of Banquet meals may contain plastic bits
- 8.9 ounce cartons with one entrée of Banquet Chicken Strips Meal.
- Best if used by dates are DEC 11 2024, JAN 01 2025 or JAN 07 2025.
- Lot numbers (printed on sides of carton) include 5009317120, 5009319220 or 5009319820.
Did you know an average restaurant portion of chicken pot pie has over 900 calories, 60 grams of fat and more than a days worth of sodium? Yeah, that's A LOT. Many often have 10-plus grams of trans fat, too -- thanks to pastries made with partially hydrogenated shortenings.
Are Banquet pot pies already cooked? ›
The meat in the pot pies was cooked, but other ingredients were raw, such as flour, which can contain salmonella. Better instructions aren't enough for the thousands of products marketed as microwaveable that contain raw ingredients, says Doug Powell, a food-safety expert at Kansas State University .
Who makes Marie Callender pot pies? ›
Marie Callender's is a brand of ConAgra Foods, Inc., (NYSE: CAG), one of North America's leading food companies, with brands in 97 percent of America's households.
How much sugar is in banquet pot pie? ›
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| Nutrition Facts |
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| Potassium: 270 mg | 6% |
| Total Carbohydrates: 34 g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber: 1 g | 4% |
| Sugars: 3 g | |
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More than 60 types of Vienna sausages, chicken sausages, and potted meat products sold under the brand names Amour Star, Goya, Grace, Great Value (Walmart), Hargis, Hereford, Kroger, Prairie Belt, and Valrico were recalled nationwide by the manufacturer, Conagra.
Are banquet chicken pot pies precooked? ›
The meat in the pot pies was cooked, but other ingredients were raw, such as flour, which can contain salmonella. Better instructions aren't enough for the thousands of products marketed as microwaveable that contain raw ingredients, says Doug Powell, a food-safety expert at Kansas State University .
Can frozen pot pies go bad? ›
Unopened, store-bought frozen pot pies are good for 1-2 years past the 'best by' date printed on the package. Keep in mind that while it may not look or taste as good past this date, it's unlikely to make you ill if stored properly. Once baked or defrosted, you should consume within 2 days if kept in the refrigerator.
