It's time to check the fridge, charcuterie fans! Fratelli Beretta is recalling ready-to-eat charcuterie platters that contain coppa due to possible under-processing. This is the second recall for Fratelli Beretta this year. The brand was also associated with a serious salmonella outbreak that began in mid January and was linked to dozens of hospitalization in 22 states.  

What Charcuterie Products Are Under Recall?

The USDA is raising the alarm on potential Salmonella contamination in specific ready-to-eat Coppa pork products made by Fratelli Beretta USA, Inc. These meats might not have been processed properly, leaving them vulnerable to harmful bacteria. The full list of recalled Fratelli Beretta brand charcuterie can be found HERE 

What You Need To Know About The New Charcuterie Recall

• Affected products: Ready-to-eat Coppa pork products made by Fratelli Beretta USA, Inc. have an establishment number of "EST. M47967 or M7543B" inside the USDA mark of inspection or in inkjet print on the front of the package
• Reason for recall: Potential under-processing, leading to possible Salmonella contamination.
• Potential health risk: Salmonella can cause fever, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps. While most recover within a week, some require medical attention.
• Reported cases: One illness linked to this outbreak has been identified in New Hampshire.

What To Do If You've Purchased Recalled Charcuterie

• Do not consume any recalled Coppa products listed on the USDA website.
• Check your fridge: If you have any of the listed products, throw them away immediately or return them to the store.
• Wash your hands and surfaces thoroughly after handling potentially contaminated products.

Staying informed about the Carcuterie Recall

• Visit the USDA website for the complete list of recalled products and more information.
• Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or send a question via email to MPHotline@usda.gov.  

Remember, food safety is crucial. When in doubt, throw it out! By sharing this information and following these guidelines, we can help protect ourselves and our loved ones from potential illness.