Popular Frozen Foods Recalled Due To Contamination: What CT Shoppers Should Know

A well-known vegetarian food manufacturer has recalled some of its plant-based frozen products due to the possible presence of plastic.

Morningstar Farms voluntarily recalled two of its products on June 18 due to possible plastic pieces in the food.

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The recall includes 10.5-ounce Buffalo Chik’n Nuggets and 8-ounce Hot & Spicy Sausage Patties. The company says no other product lines are affected.

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration published the recall on Monday.

The products have been sold at various supermarkets and retailers, according to Morningstar Farms’ website.

The affected products have best-by dates from July 5 to July 8, the company's announcement noted, as well as UPC numbers of 000 28989 10110 5 and 000 28989 10094 8.

Morningstar didn't say how the contamination might have occurred. People who bought the recalled products should discard them and contact the company for a refund.

Morningstar’s consumer affairs team can be reached by phone on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST at 800-962-0120, or by text at 877-453-5837.