**Butter Recall: Costco Removes 80,000 Pounds**

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Post on Nov 12, 2024

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Butter Recall: Costco Pulls 80,000 Pounds of Creamy Chaos

Butter lovers, brace yourselves. Costco, the land of bulk buys and giant tubs of everything delicious, has just issued a major recall for over 80,000 pounds of its Kirkland Signature unsalted butter. Whoa!

Why the sudden butter ban? A possible listeria contamination! 🤢 Listeria, for those unfamiliar, is a nasty bacteria that can cause serious illness, especially in pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems.

The recall was triggered after a recent inspection by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) flagged a possible issue with the butter. The affected product was produced on a single day, October 26, 2023, and shipped to Costco locations across the U.S.

What to do if you've got the butter in question?

First, don't panic! It's a good thing Costco acted quickly. Check your Kirkland Signature unsalted butter tubs - if the "Use By" date is October 26, 2024, toss it out immediately. Don't even try to make a fancy French toast with it.

You can return the recalled butter to any Costco location for a full refund, no questions asked. They even have a handy online recall information page with all the details. Talk about customer service!

What are the symptoms of listeria infection?

Listeria can cause a range of symptoms, including fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, and even seizures. If you think you might have been exposed to listeria, it's important to see a doctor right away.

The good news? While the situation is certainly a bummer for butter enthusiasts, Costco has reacted swiftly and responsibly to ensure the safety of its customers. So, go ahead and enjoy your next Costco run – just make sure to check your butter's "Use By" date first! 😉

Stay safe, butter lovers!