Several specific batches of Delmaine and Woolworths brand Antipasto products have been recalled due to possible presence of listeria monocytogenes.
Delmaine Fine Foods products recalled are: Five Olive Mix (200g); Jumbo Olive Selection (200g); Pitted Olive Medley(180g);Stuffed Olive Mix(160g); Mediterranean Antipasto Mix (215g); Marinated Feta (150g); Stuffed Red Peppers (190g); Marinated Sundried Tomatoes (200g), and Sundried Tomatoes (270g).
Woolworths brands recalled are: Feta and Sundried Tomatoes (200g); Greek Mix (200g) and Olive Selection (200g).
Other recalled Delmaine brand Woolworths Deli Products are: Mediterranean Mix, Italian Mix, Marinated Sundried Tomatoes and Marinated Feta & Sundried Tomatoes.
The products are sold in supermarkets and retail outlets throughout New Zealand, and for full list of sold dates and use by dates, click here.
New Zealand Food Safety is asking people the affected products should not be consumed unless the product is cooked thoroughly.
Customers should return the products to their retailer for a full refund or cook thoroughly (piping hot all the way through).
There have been no reports of illness, however, if you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.
Getting listeriosis is rare, but it can be life-threatening, especially for high-risk groups. Caused by the bacterium Listeria, listeriosis is most dangerous for those who are pregnant, newborns, older people and anyone with a weakened immune system.
