Thousands of pounds of ground beef were recalled after tests confirmed the presence of E. coli, according to the USDA.
The affected products, distributed by an Idaho company, were sold in six states, including Washington.
The Mountain West Food Group issued the recall for the 16-ounce packages of grass-fed beef. Fortunately, no illnesses have been reported so far.
The item, which was produced on Dec. 16, is the 1-lb. vacuum-sealed packages containing “FORWARD FARMS GRASS-FED GROUND BEEF” with “USE OR FREEZE BY 01/13/26 printed on the side of the packaging.
Consumers who have these products in their fridge or freezer are advised to either discard them or return them to the store for a refund.