The Food Safety Aurthority of Ireland have been advised that Foxhill Foods Ltd., UK, have recalled three batches of Basil Pesto. The product is sold in Ireland.

The product is sold under the brand name

Marinellos Basil Pesto in 190 ml jars with best before dates of 28.09.2010, 28.10.2010 and 28.11.2010

“Marinellos Basil Pesto” – 190 ml jars

The product bears the best before dates

28.09.2010

28.10.2010

28.11.2010

The recall is as a result of some of the jars contain a different pesto containing cheese.

This makes the product unsafe for people who are allergic or intolerant to milk or its constituents as dairy is not listed on the ingredients list.

This product recall like the previous recalls demonstrates the need for Food Business Operators to have a Food Safety HACCP & Traceability Food Safety System.

It demonstrates the need for staff to be aware of allergens and understand the harmful effect on consumers if they where to eat a product with an undeclare allergen.

Allergen Awareness Training is essential for all Staff. If you or your business require help with allergen awareness training or implementing Allergen Risk Assessment contact About Hygiene Ltd, High Street, Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim 071 9645111 or info@about-hygiene.com.

All our trainers are fully qualified and have received training from SAFEfood, the Irish Food Safety Promotion Board.

We provide public or in house allergen awareness training courses at time to suit your needs.