Nestlé USA has issued a nationwide recall on four popular frozen meals sold under the Lean Cuisine and Stouffer’s brands due to concerns about foreign matter contamination, including reports of a “wood-like material” found in the food.
The recall affects products sold between September 2024 and March 2025 at major retailers across the U.S., including Walmart, Kroger, Giant, Walgreens, and others.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) confirmed that at least one choking incident has been linked to the contamination, prompting Nestlé to take action.
Products Included in the Recall
The affected meals include the following product names, batch numbers, and best-by dates:
Lean Cuisine Butternut Squash Ravioli
Batch numbers: 4261595912; 4283595912; 4356595912; 5018595912; 5038595912
Best-by dates: OCT2025, NOV2025, JAN2026, FEB2026, MAR2026
Lean Cuisine Spinach Artichoke Ravioli
Batch numbers: Same as above
Best-by dates: Same as above
Lean Cuisine Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry
Batch number: 4214595511
Best-by date: SEPT2025
Stouffer's Party Size Chicken Lasagna
Batch numbers: 4262595915; 4351595915; 5051595915; 5052595915
Best-by dates: OCT2025, JAN2026, MAR2026
No other Lean Cuisine or Stouffer’s items are affected by this recall.
What to Do if You Have These Products
If you’ve recently purchased any of these frozen meals, check your freezer immediately. If your item matches the product name, batch number, and best-by date listed above, do not consume it.
You can either safely discard the item or return it to the store where you purchased it for a possible refund.
If you’ve eaten one of the recalled meals and are experiencing symptoms such as choking, throat discomfort, or other signs of injury, you should contact your healthcare provider immediately.
For further questions, consumers are encouraged to contact Nestlé USA directly for more information and support.
