CHICAGO, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MORNINGSTAR FARMS is voluntarily recalling two varieties of products in the U.S., Puerto Rico and Costa Rica because of possible plastic pieces in the food. Recalled varieties are: MORNINGSTAR FARMS Buffalo Chik'n Nuggets (10.5 oz) and MORNINGSTAR FARMS Hot & Spicy Sausage Patties (8 oz).
No other MORNINGSTAR FARMS brand products are affected by the recall.
HOW TO IDENTIFY THE RECALLED PRODUCT
The affected U.S. products include the following variety:
Description
UPC Codes
Size
Better If Used Before Date
MORNINGSTAR FARMS
Buffalo Chik'n Nuggets
000 28989 10110 5
10.5 oz
July 07 2027
July 08 2027
MORNINGSTAR FARMS
Hot and Spicy Sausage
Patties
000 28989 10094 8
8.0 oz
July 05 2027
July 06 2027
July 07 2027
People who purchased affected product should discard it and contact the company for a full refund.
Consumers can contact Consumer Affairs Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM EST, by calling 800-962-0120 or texting 877-453-5837.
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