# Major Recall Alert: Cheese and Egg with Green Salsa Breakfast Burrito; 3.75 oz; 72 count/case; UPC# 1 070657 468334 8 Recalled Due to Listeria Contamination
Food safety concerns have come to the forefront yet again with a significant recall announced by M.C.I. Foods, Inc. This recall involves a batch of the company’s popular **Cheese and Egg with Green Salsa Breakfast Burritos** due to a potential contamination of Listeria monocytogenes. If you’ve recently purchased this product, it’s crucial to read on for key details and recommended actions to protect yourself and your family.
## Why This Recall is Important
Listeria monocytogenes is a potentially dangerous bacterium that can cause serious illness, particularly in vulnerable populations such as older adults, pregnant women, and those with weakened immune systems. Symptoms may include fever, muscle aches, nausea, and diarrhea. In severe cases, it can lead to invasive infections like meningitis or miscarriage during pregnancy.
For this particular recall, the **cooked egg ingredient** used in the **ready-to-eat Cheese and Egg with Green Salsa Breakfast Burritos (3.75 oz)** tested positive for Listeria. While no illnesses have yet been reported, consumers are urged to act with caution and adhere to the recommendations outlined below.
## Details of the Recall
The following information will help you identify the recalled product:
- **Brand:** M.C.I. Foods, Inc.
- **Product Name:** Cheese and Egg with Green Salsa Breakfast Burrito
- **Size:** 3.75 oz
- **Packaging:** 72 count per case
- **UPC Number:** 1 070657 468334 8
- **Reason for Recall:** Listeria monocytogenes detected in the cooked egg ingredient.
- **Image of Recalled Product:**
If you have this product at home, it is important to check its details immediately to see if it matches the description of the recalled items.
## What You Should Do
To reduce any risks associated with Listeria contamination, follow these steps:
- **Do NOT consume the product.** If you suspect you have the recalled burritos in your possession, safely dispose of them or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
- **Clean and sanitize any surfaces the product may have come into contact with.** This includes countertops, microwaves, or refrigerators to prevent cross-contamination.
- **Monitor your health.** If you or someone in your household has consumed the recalled burrito and begins to experience symptoms of Listeria exposure (such as fever, muscle aches, or gastrointestinal distress), seek medical attention immediately.
M.C.I. Foods, Inc. has issued a **letter warning consumers and retailers** about this issue. To confirm additional steps for handling the recall, contact the company’s customer service team directly for guidance.
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