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.

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.