USDA recalls over 16,000 lbs of beef, chicken

HOUSTON (KTRK) -- The USDA has issued a recall for Gourmet Kitchen, Inc. beef and chicken products due to adulteration, misbranding and an undeclared allergen. Approximately 16,722 pounds of beef and chicken will be pulled, these products contain peanuts, a known allergen not printed on the product label.

The products subject to recall include the ready-to-cook beef and chicken appetizer items produced between October 15, 2014 and March 2, 2015. Products bear the establishment number "EST. 18450" or "EST. 18450 P" inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items produced were shipped to institutional and food service locations nationwide.

Gourmet Kitchen, Inc. informed FSIS that a supplier reported that the season salt in a spice mix used to formulate the products may have been contaminated with peanut allergens from the paprika component.

Here's a list of products subject to recall:

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No reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products have been received. FSIS advises that anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

If you have any questions or concerns about the recall can call Patricia Duffy at (732) 775-5222, the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline is 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854).

The FSIS also has a 24-hour virtual service for consumers with food safety questions at AskKaren.gov or via smartphone at m.askkaren.gov