The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Safety Inspection Service recently announced a recall of over 31,700 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken products. The Perdue Foods chicken may contain extraneous bone material. Representatives from Perdue did not immediately return Red Tricycle’s request for comment.
If you have this product in your kitchen, read on for more information on the recall.
The current recall includes fully cooked Perdue chicken products produced on Mar. 21, 2019. These include PERDUE Simply Smart ORGANICS BREADED CHICKEN BREAST TENDERS – GLUTEN FREE, PERDUE Simply Smart ORGANICS BREADED CHICKEN BREAST NUGGETS – WHOLE GRAIN, PERDUE Simply Smart ORGANICS BREADED CHICKEN BREAST STRIPS – WHOLE GRAIN, Chef Quik Breaded Chicken Tenders Boneless Tender Shaped Chicken Breast Patties with Rib Meat and Chef Quik Chicken Breast Strips Strip Shaped Breaded Chicken Breast Patties with Rib Meat. For a full list of sizes, use by dates and case codes, visit the USDA’s FSIS website here.
Why the Chicken Was Recalled
The affected products may contain extraneous bone material. According to the USDA, the FSIS and Perdue received consumer complaints about the problem. As of now there are no adverse reactions or injuries.
Jeff Shaw, Perdue’s Vice President of Food Safety and Quality, said in a press statement, “We are committed to producing the highest quality products, therefore, out of an abundance of caution, we have decided to recall all affected products that were produced during the same production run.”
How to Tell If Your Chicken Was Recalled
All of the recalled products have a use-by date of May 20, 2019. Even though it’s not likely you have the chicken, which is past it’s use-by date, in the fridge, check your freezer too. The products bear the establishment number “EST. P-369” in the USDA mark of inspection. Visit the USDA’s website here for a complete list of products, sizes, dates and codes.
What Parents Can Do
If you have any of the recalled chicken products don’t eat them. Throw the chicken out and contact Perdue Foods at 866-866-3703 for a full refund.
Another chicken strip recall has been issued by the USDA, bringing the total number to a frustrating level. Contaminants, foreign objects and mislabeling means it’s extra important to check your freezer before whipping up an easy dinner.
Here’s the rundown on seven of the recalls most likely to affect parents so far.
Tyson Foods Inc. Chicken Products
Tyson Foods/Composite: Karly Wood
Why They Were Recalled
On Mar. 21, 2019 Tyson Foods, Inc. issued a recall for 65,313 pounds of chicken products based on customer reports that the products contained pieces of metal. As of May 4, 2019, the recall now includes an additional 11,829,517 pounds of ready-to-eat strips.
Where They Were Sold
The products were shipped to retail and Department of Defense locations nationwide, for institutional use nationwide and to the U.S. Virgin Islands.
What to Look For
The recalled products include 20, 25 and 40-oz bags produced on various dates from Oct. 1, 2018 through March 8, 2019 and have “Use By Dates” of Oct. 1, 2019 through March 7, 2020. Each package has an establishment code P-7221. Click this link to see a chart of all 8 Tyson products in this recall.
Spare Time Fully Cooked Buffalo Style Chicken Strips, Chicken Breast Strip Fritters with Rib Meat & Sauce
On Mar. 21, 2019 Tyson Foods, Inc., the parent company for Spare Time, issued a recall for 3,780 pounds of chicken products based on customer reports that the products contained pieces of metal.
Where They Were Sold
The products were sold to retailers in the following states: Arkansas, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin. They were also sold to correctional institutions in Wisconsin and Michigan.
What to Look For
The recalled products include 20-lb boxes produced at one plant location on November 30, 2018. Each package has an establishment code P7221 and a “use by” date of November 30, 2019. They have a UPC code of 00031400076746 and a case code of 3348CNQ03.
Taylor Farms Chile Relleno
Courtesy of USDA
Why They Were Recalled
On Feb. 2, 2019 the USDA announced a recall for 2,100 pounds of chicken products manufactured by Taylor Farms. The chicken was incorrectly labeled as Chile Relleno. This misbranding error means that the products, which were actually HEB Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Alfredo and Chicken, could contain undeclared allergens.
Where They Were Sold
The products were sold in grocery and retail stores in Texas.
What to Look For
The recalled products include 10-oz. tray packages labeled as “HEB-MEAL SIMPLE CHILE RELLENO” with “USE BY” dates of 02/04/2019, 02/05/2019, 02/07/2019, 02/08/2019, and 02/09/2019 and lot codes TFD025AU4, TFD026AU4, TFD028AU4, TFD029AU4 and TFD030AU4. The products bear the establishment number "EST. 34733."
Pilgrim's Pride Uncooked Popcorn Style Chicken
Pilgrim's Pride
Why They Were Recalled
The USDA announced a recall for Pilgrim's Pride's uncooked popcorn style chicken breast chunk fritters with ribmeat on Feb. 1, 2019. After receiving a consumer complaint about a possible rubber contaminant, Pilgrim's Pride issued the voluntary recall for the frozen, not-ready-to-eat breaded chicken
Where They Were Sold
The popcorn chicken products were sold at Publix Super Markets and other stores across the country.
What to Look For
The recalled chicken includes 20-lb. boxes containing 8 clear bags of “UNCOOKED POPCORN STYLE CHICKEN BREAST CHUNK FRITTERS WITH RIB MEAT” with a “USE BY 10 01 2019” date and lot codes of 9004101012, 9004101013, 9004101014, 9004101015, 9004101016, 9004101017, 9004101018, 9004101019, 9004101020, 9004101021, 9004101022, 9004101000 and 9004101001. The items were produced on Jan. 4, 2019.
Tyson Fully Cooked Panko Chicken Nuggets
Courtesy of Tyson Foods
Why They Were Recalled
On Jan. 29, 2019, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced that Tyson recalled approximately 36,420 pounds of chicken nuggets that may have been contaminated with rubber. The Tyson nuggets were recalled because a small number of consumers contacted the company to say they had found small pieces of soft, blue rubber in the nuggets. As of today, no injuries have been reported with this recall. Representatives for Tyson Foods directed consumers to a company press release online when asked for comment.
Where They Were Sold
Tyson Fully Cooked Panko Chicken Nuggets in 5-pound bags were sold at club stores in Arizona, California, Illinois, New Jersey and Utah.
What to Look For
The recall includes 5-pound bags of Tyson® Fully Cooked Panko Chicken Nuggets purchased since Nov. 26, 2018, check the following information to see if they are included in the recall. Bags will have a UPC of 0 23700 03558 5, “best if used by” dates of Nov. 26, 2019, case codes 3308SDL03 with time stamps of 23:00 to 01:59 and establishment number P13556.
Perdue Fun Shapes Chicken Breast Nuggets
Courtesy of Purdue Farms
Why They Were Recalled
In addition to the Tyson recall, Perdue Foods issued a second chicken nugget recall (voluntarily) in as many weeks on Jan. 28, 2019 for more than 16,000 pounds of refrigerated chicken nuggets because of an undeclared allergen and an incorrect UPC code. The product contains milk, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions, resulting from people eating these nuggets with this recall. Representatives for Perdue Farms directed consumers to a company press release online when asked for comment.
Where They Were Sold
Perdue Fun Shapes Chicken Breast Nuggets in 12-oz. packages were shipped to retail locations in Connecticut, Delaware, Washington, DC, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia and West Virginia.
What to Look For
The recall includes 12-ounce packages of PERDUE Fun Shapes Chicken Breast Nuggets, check for a Use By date of Mar 11, 2019, lot codes 17009010–19009010 and establishment number P-369 inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Harvest Food Group Seasoned Chicken Fried Rice
Courtesy of USDA
Why They Were Recalled
Harvest Food Group Inc. voluntarily recalled 47,332 pounds of not ready-to-eat chicken fried rice on Jan. 23, 2019. The products were misbranded and may have an undeclared milk allergen.
Where They Were Sold
The products were shipped to retail locations in Illinois and Michigan.
What to Look For
The products bear the establishment number "P-34457." The Jan. recall is for: 9-oz. cardboard packages of “yumnum global cuisine YAKITORI SEASONED CHICKEN FRIED RICE” bearing lot codes “C041A8K12 BEST BY 11/12/2019,” “C091A8L04 BEST BY 12/04/2019,” and “C091A8L05 BEST BY 12/05/2019."
Check your freezer and do not eat any chicken nuggets if they match any of the recalled products above!
For recalled Tysonchicken nuggets, discard the product, cut the UPC and date code from the back of the packaging and mail it to the following address for a full refund:
If you have questions, call Tyson's special toll-free line at 1-888-747-7611. Customer service representatives will be available Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Central.
Customers who purchased Perduechicken nuggets affected by either recall may call Perdue at 866-866-3703 to receive a full refund.
Customers who purchased Pilgrim's Pride uncooked popcorn chicken should not eat the products. Return them to the place of purchase or throw them away. Contact James Brown, Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation’s consumer relations, at (800) 321-1470 with additional questions.
For questions regarding the Taylor Farms recall, contact Thomas Yongo, director of quality assurance with Taylor Farms Texas. Either throw the product away or bring it back to the place of purchase for a refund.
If you have the Yumnum Global Cuisine Yakitori Seasoned Chicken Fried Rice is your fridge or freezer you can return it to the place of purchase. This is especially important if you or someone in your family has a dairy allergy.
If there’s one thing every mom needs its support—and we’re not just talking about the emotional, mom village kind. We’re talking about “tuck in that muffin top and suck it all in” support—the support that only a pair of mom jeans can provide. Enter: the new Levi’s ribcage jean.
The newest style from Levi is the highest rise jean ever released by the company, coming in at crazy 12 and one-eighth inches! It sits at the waist right below your rib cage, which puts it squarely into next-level “mom jean” territory.
The company says the new design was inspired by one of their 1990’s 501s, and honestly we couldn’t be happier with their willingness to jump back on the high-waisted train. The slim-fitting waist, straight leg and wider leg opening (read: no skinny jeans here!) make this a perfect everyday jean for moms.
Currently, Levi’s ribcage jeans come in three styles—the Straight Leg, Pleated Crop and Split Flare—and range in price from $98 to $128 a pair. Pick from tons of washes and plenty of hems, like chewed or frayed.
The best part about the new ribcage style is it can be styled high or low! Tuck in a top to accentuate your curves, or pair with a long sweater for a sleek and smooth feel. There’s no wrong way to high waist!
No more hunting down the food truck and waiting in line for KoJa at Off the Grid, the Asian fusion outlet has opened opened up two new brick-and-mortar shops in the last few months—in SF on Clement Street and on East Brokow Rd. in San Jose—giving their signature dishes a permanent home. The KoJa food truck came on the scene four years ago and last year they opened their first storefront in Berkeley. And there are plans for Emeryville and San Mateo locations for full Bay Area domination. The name KoJa blends the two countries Korea and Japan and the food is a delicious family-friendly reinvention of both cuisines.
Indoor/Outdoor
On Clement Street, choose between the indoor/outdoor patio area with its large TV screens and overhead heaters or the spacious interior with more intimate seating. Similar to the food truck experience, you order at the counter and get a call out via a buzzer system when your food is ready. The food comes in the same cardboard trays as it would if you were al fresco which keeps dinner super casual. You can pick out forks or chopsticks and take your seat cafeteria-style. The decor is urban, modern, and comfortable with chalkboard art and menus on the wall. See if you can spot the silver and red Japanese superhero, Ultraman, battling Godzilla on the menu board.
Secret Menu
KoJa Kitchen has come up with their own version of a burger, using a sticky rice deep-fried garlic patty instead of a traditional wheat bun. This intriguing combo has a crispy texture and holds up well with the sauce and garnish plus the short rib, chicken or beef KoJa. While there isn’t a kids menu, the tacos and KoJa patties aren’t huge. Add some Kamikaze fries (crinkle cut potatoes with Korean BBQ beef, kimchi, green onions and tiger stripes of mayo) and you have the perfect feast for little ones. For adults there’s a secret menu offering alternative rice bowls and KoJas. Whatever you order, don’t miss out on the refreshing strawberry lemonade with hints of mint and mango.
Veggie Options
If you’re looking for a veggie option, the Teriyaki Zen Bowl is the way to go. The portobello mushroom patty is perfectly seasoned and mixed with chunks of pineapple making it a rice/salad bowl all in one. Add an egg to any of the bowls for an extra protein boost. Sapporo beer is served in funky mason jars with handles and there are other beers on tap for those wanting draught. KoJa is in good company on Clement with Burma Superstar and Giorgios among their neighbors. What’s missing is dessert. The food truck menu has an Oreo-topped Tiramisu but no sign of that yet in the Inner Richmond. Luckily the trusty Toy Boat Dessert Café serves a huge selection of ice cream less than a block away.
The hilarious show Lip Sync Battle will soon have an adorable baby sibling: TV networks Spike and Nickelodeon are teaming up to create Lip Sync Battle Jr. The spinoff will be as hilarious as the original, while honoring the music and comedy kids love. Once the show is finished with development, it will air on both the networks. If you haven’t seen the rib-tickling Lip Sync Battle, catch up on YouTube or watch new episodes Thursdays at 10pm EST on Spike.
There’s nothing better than celebrating another birthday than getting an extra special gift along with the occasion. Local business owners want even their youngest customers to feel special, which is why many of them offer a few extra free treats for the kids on their big days. Check out these places where you can find free goodies like ice cream scoops, pizza slices and even free parties.
Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza
We all know what kids really want on their birthday: pizza and ice cream! Your tots will probably crave endless slices of delicious cheese goodness to go with that birthday cake you’re whipping up. Luckily Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza is willing to do the extra work so you don’t have to. Sign up for their Sammy’s Kids Club and not only do they get a free Messy Sundae on their birthday, but they also get an absolutely free kids pizza they day they join. You can’t really beat that, can you? Sammy’s has several locations throughout San Diego. Check here to find the one nearest you.
AMF Lanes Bowling
Maybe your little one is more into activities than eating. AMF Lanes Bowling has you covered. How about bouncing off some bumpers to some wacky jukebox favorites for free? By joining The Pinsiders Club, you’ll receive special benefits like coupons and free bowling. Best of all, you can enroll your son or daughter in Kids Birthday Rewards and they’ll receive a free game!
945 San Marcos Blvd.
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 744-7000
Online: amf.com
Pinkberry
There are so many do-it-yourself yogurt shops popping up we’ve begun to lose track. But Pinkberry lets your little ones pile on more dollops of strawberries, raisins and sprinkles than they can handle on their special day. Then relish in the fact that they’re doing it all for free! Sign up at Pinkberry as part of their loyalty program and receive a free yogurt on your birthday.
3795 4th Ave.
San Diego, CA 92103
619-260-9106
7007 Friars Road Space # 915
San Diego, CA 92108
619-294-4600
IKEA
Not only is IKEA great for affordable (if not confusingly hard to put together) furniture, but it turns out they throw great parties too. The IKEA in Mission Valley hosts free birthday parties the first Tuesday of every month. They go all out with face painting, cake and drinks and a magic show. Each birthday tot gets to invite two of their friends along for the fun and, as an added bonus, they’ll receive a free gift from IKEA.
2149 Fenton Parkway
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 563-IKEA ext. 1330
Online: ikea.com
Benihana
Get your kiddo started early on the artistry that is Japanese sushi at Benihana. Or, if they want, it’s totally cool to give them some chicken and rice off the kid’s menu. While you’re at it sign them up to be a Kabuki Kid if they’re 12 or younger. When you do, they’ll receive a free souvenir mug with the purchase of a kid’s meal during their birthday month. Make sure you sign up early. They can take up to a month to get your kid registered. Benihana also offers a the Chef’s Table program for adults. When you sign up you’ll receive a complimentary $30 birthday certificate during the month of your birthday, too.
477 Camino Del Rio South
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 298-4666
Online: benihana.com
Boomers! San Diego
If there’s anyplace in San Diego sure to keep your kids busy for hours, it’s Boomers. Luckily, the good folks at this rip-roaring kids park are happy to take over birthday duties for a full four hours! Sign up for their Boomers! Discount Club and you’ll get an Unlimited 4 Hour Birthday Play Pass for the tots to use on everything in the park. That means endless trampling on the bumper boats, hours of miniature golf and whatever else might tickle their fancy that day. The pass is good for any single day during the month of your kid’s birthday, so you don’t have to worry about it being during the middle of the week. It sure beats the heck out of planning a whole party of amusement and your kid will probably be so exhausted you’ll have the night to relax peacefully.
6999 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 560-4211
Online: boomersparks.com
Boathouse Restaurant
Between all the birthday hoorah for the kiddos, it’s important to treat yourself once in awhile too. So for your special day, check out Boathouse Restaurant for a free prime rib entrée. Each month the restaurant designates one day where everyone born in that month can come in for a free prime rib dinner. Talk about a treat! We’re sure they probably allow the kids the free meal too, but not a lot of young’uns are partial to prime rib. This one’s for you, mom and dad. You’ve earned it!
On any given weekend, we need few excuses to visit the unique collection of restaurants, brew pubs and retail shops that line the sidewalks of N Mississippi Avenue. But on Saturday, July 11, this family-friendly neighborhood will play host to the Mississippi Street Fair, Portland’s largest street fair and one of the city’s most beloved annual community gatherings. Read on to find out why you have to go.
Music and Activities
With tens of thousands of people expected to attend this year’s fair, organizers have lined up more than 40 bands to perform on six stages (keep track of the full schedule here). Families in particular should be sure to stop by Mississippi Pizza—not only for the tasty pies, but to catch a musical performance on its sponsored Kids Stage.
Children will find other fun activities among the 200 vendors expected at the fair, as the New Seasons Kids Zone will set up shop at N Mississippi Avenue & N Beech Street. And they’ll also be overjoyed to find a dunk tank at N Failing Street from 1-5:30 p.m.—providing both a cool antidote to the summer heat and a perfect way for kids to seek revenge on their unsuspecting parents.
Food and Drink
Because N Mississippi Avenue is home to so many restaurants, food carts and beer purveyors, it’s no surprise that these local favorites will play a starring role at the street fair. Meat lovers shouldn’t miss the Grandfather’s Rib-Off Competition, which will be judged at 3 p.m., while kids will appreciate a stop at Ruby Jewel for one of their famous hand-crafted ice cream sandwiches, like their drool-worthy lemon cookie honey lavender ice cream concoction. Parents can keep an eye out for the beer and wine gardens. They’ll be open from noon-8:30 p.m.
Getting There
To make the most of your family experience at the Mississippi Street Fair, keep a few things in mind. Street closures can make parking a bit difficult, so consider making the journey by bike, bus or MAX. For complete information on street closures, detours, public transportation and parking, click here.
Volunteer
The proceeds of the Mississippi Street Fair will benefit the Boise-Eliot School and Self Enhancement Inc., but that’s not the only way you can help the community. Interested in volunteering at the street fair? Find details here, and get a free t-shirt, snacks and a beer token for your efforts.
Mississippi Street Fair
Sat., July 11, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Admission: Free
N Mississippi Ave. between N Fremont & N Skidmore
Online: mississippiave.com/streetfair
What’s your favorite neighborhood street fair? Let us know in the comments below!
The below is a guest post from Yummy Supper written by Erin Scott.
Years ago, my French uncle, Jean Louis, turned us on to the delectable hanger steak, and we’ve been buying these beauties ever since. Hanger steak, sometimes called onglet, is a lesser known cut of beef, but butchers have long been hip to its great flavor and lovely marbling. It’s no surprise that you’ll sometimes find hanger steak referred to as “butcher’s steak.” A quick stint on the grill and a rub of brightly flavored gremolata make this steak an easy and flavorful weeknight dinner option.
Tip: If you can’t get hanger steak from your local butcher, a juicy rib eye is delicious grilled and topped with gremolata.
Serves 4
Ingredients
1-11/4 pounds hanger steak Salt
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon finely chopped lemon zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
Olive oil, as needed
Freshly ground black pepper
Method
1. Remove the steak from the fridge 45 minutes before cooking. Season the meat generously with salt and let it come to room temp.
2. In a small bowl, toss together the parsley, lemon zest, garlic, 1 teaspoon olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Give the ingredients a good stir, taste for seasoning, and you’ve got your gremolata ready to roll.
3. Prepare a grill for medium-high heat. Pat the steak dry and rub with olive oil. Grill for 5 to 7 minutes per side; you want hanger steak to be medium-rare, or it can get tough. Pull the steak off the grill and immediately season with another light sprinkling of salt and some freshly ground pepper.
4. Rub with the gremolata and let the steak rest for 10 to 15 minutes. Slice the steak thinly and against the grain.
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Reprinted from “Yummy Supper” by Erin Scott. Copyright (c) 2014 by Erin Scott. By permission of Rodale Books. Available wherever books are sold. Get the book for $15.80 at Amazon.com.
When the winter chill sets in and you’ve maxed out your craving for soup, then it’s time to try one of the many spots in Seattle for spicy chili. This hearty dish will fill you up and make you forget the oh-so-frightful weather outside. Enjoy!
MAGGIE BLUFFS MARINA GRILL
The only thing better than the view of Elliott Bay here may be the prime rib chili, made with high-quality prime rib, then layered with sour cream and cheddar cheese. $5.59/cup, $6.99/bowl. Magnolia, 2601 W Marina Place; 206.283.8322; maggiebluffs.com
SLIM’S LAST CHANCE CHILI SHACK & WATERING HOLE
This 21-and-older hotspot serves up a rich, robust blend of house-ground chili spices and serrano chilies in its famous turkey and white bean chili. $5.25/cup, $8.25/bowl, $18/quart. Georgetown, 5606 First Ave. S; 206.762.7900; slimslastchance.com
If you’re looking for more sweet spots in Seattle to find spicy chili, then check out the full article by clicking here.
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