One major supermarket chain has ordered a recall of one of the meal’s main ingredients over fears they may be contaminated with metal
Father’s Day breakfast plans may need to be changed after one of the country’s major supermarkets issued an alert. Lidl GB has ordered the recall of Harvest Basket Hash Browns due to fears they maybe contaminated with bits of metal.
Hash browns, a popular component of a Full English breakfast, are often served up on Father’s Day, which falls this Sunday (June 15). However, people may need to find alternatives to serve along their fried eggs, bacon and sausages.
The recall affects 750g packs bearing the batch code 5144L and a best before date of May 24, 2027. These hash browns could potentially contain pieces of metal, posing a choking risk and rendering them unsafe for consumption. Lidl GB is recalling the product and will display point-of-sale notices in all stores selling this item.
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The notices will inform customers about the reason for the recall and provide instructions for those who have purchased the product, reports Devon Live.
What to do if you’re affected
A spokesperson for the Food Standards Agency (FSA) advised: “If you have bought the above product, do not eat it. Instead, return it to your nearest store for a full refund. For further information contact customer care on [email protected] or 020 3966 5566.”
When a food product is deemed unfit for sale, it may be “withdrawn” (removed from shelves) or ‘recalled’ (customers are asked to return the product).
The FSA issues Product Recall Information Notices to alert consumers and local authorities about food-related issues. In some instances, a ‘Food Alert for Action’ is issued.
This gives local authorities information on specific actions to be taken for the benefit of consumers.