A Georgia-based food company, Hormel Foods Corporation, has voluntarily recalled over 256,000 pounds of its canned Dinty Moore Beef Stew due to possible contamination with pieces of wood. This recall affects products sold in stores across the United States.
What You Need to Know About the Recall
The recall concerns 20-ounce metal cans of Dinty Moore Beef Stew, with a “best by” date of February 2028 and the lot code T02045. The cans also carry the establishment number EST 199G.
These cans were made on February 4, 2025, and shipped nationwide.
The recall was triggered after Hormel Foods received three consumer complaints about wood pieces found in the stew. While there have been no reports of injuries so far, the company and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) are taking this very seriously.
Why Is This Important?
Wood contamination can cause choking or damage to teeth if swallowed accidentally. To keep consumers safe, the recall asks people not to eat the affected beef stew.
What Should You Do If You Have This Product?
If you have a can of the recalled beef stew:
- Do not eat it.
- You can throw it away safely or return it to the store where you bought it.
- If you or someone else is worried about injury or health problems, contact a doctor immediately.
Company and FSIS Statement
Hormel Foods said, “Out of an abundance of caution, we are recalling 17,080 cases of this product. No other Dinty Moore products are affected.”
The FSIS also said it regularly checks that recalls are done properly and that affected products are removed from stores.
Need More Information?
If you have questions, call Hormel Foods Corporation at 800-523-4635.
