At least 20,000 pounds of frozen beef patties recalled; some delivered to schools

At least 20,373 pounds of frozen beef patties are being recalled for possibly containing bits of plastic or other objects that would be harmful to ingest. The recall began April 1 when a complaint was filed by two consumers who said they discovered bits of purple plastic in the food. AdvancePierre Foods, Inc., is including flame broiled patties that were produced on Nov. 30, 2018, in the recall. The products have the EST number “EST. 2260E.” 14.06-lb. cases containing three bags with 30 pieces for a total of 90 portions of “CN FULLY COOKED FLAMEBROILED BEEF PATTIES CARAMEL COLOR ADDED” with case code 155-525-0 and package code 8334. The patties were shipped nationwide and were distributed to schools but were not part of the food provided by the USDA for the National School Lunch Program. The FSIS is urging any food service groups who might have these products currently on hand to dispose of them. Consumers with questions about the recall can contact AdvancePierre’s Consumer Affairs Hotline at (855) 382-3101.

At least 20,373 pounds of frozen beef patties are being recalled for possibly containing bits of plastic or other objects that would be harmful to ingest.

The recall began April 1 when a complaint was filed by two consumers who said they discovered bits of purple plastic in the food.


AdvancePierre Foods, Inc., is including flame broiled patties that were produced on Nov. 30, 2018, in the recall. The products have the EST number “EST. 2260E.”

14.06-lb. cases containing three bags with 30 pieces for a total of 90 portions of “CN FULLY COOKED FLAMEBROILED BEEF PATTIES CARAMEL COLOR ADDED” with case code 155-525-0 and package code 8334.

The patties were shipped nationwide and were distributed to schools but were not part of the food provided by the USDA for the National School Lunch Program. The FSIS is urging any food service groups who might have these products currently on hand to dispose of them.

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact AdvancePierre’s Consumer Affairs Hotline at (855) 382-3101.