The Recall Desk
HighUSDA FSIS·045-2023·Announced 2023-09-23

Green Valley Foods Recalls Frozen Meat Pizzas Due to Undeclared Soy

Green Valley Foods is recalling approximately 4,062 pounds of frozen meat pizza products because they contain soy, a known allergen, that is not declared on the label.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II (USDA Class II) and involves the mislabeling of a common allergen (soy). According to the rubric, allergen mislabeling on common allergens corresponds to a severity score of 3 (High), particularly as no illnesses have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Green Valley Foods, a Devils Lake, North Dakota establishment, is recalling approximately 4,062 pounds of frozen meat pizza products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. The affected products contain soy, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label. The items were produced between September 20, 2022, and September 20, 2023, and may bear lot codes 2632 through 2633. The recall includes five specific varieties of Grubberputz’s Premium Pizza, ranging from 21.75 to 24.5 ounces in vacuum-sealed packages.

The issue was identified during routine testing by in-plant personnel who verified the presence of soy in the products. These items were shipped to retail locations in Minnesota, Montana, and North Dakota. The products bear establishment number M-47285 inside the USDA mark of inspection. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products.

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. The products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions can contact Gary Senger, President and CEO of Green Valley Foods, at 701-662-3300, or the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-674-6854.

The recalled product

Product
Green Valley Foods Recalls Frozen Meat Pizza Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens
Brand
Green Valley Foods
Manufacturer
Green Valley Foods

Distribution

Distributed in 3 states: