Blue Bell Ice Cream Banana Nut Recall: Listeria Infection Risk

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Recalling firmBlue Bell Creameries, L.P.1101 S Blue Bell Rd · Brenham, TX 77833-4413

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What happened, in plain English

Blue Bell Creameries is recalling its Banana Nut 1/2 Gallon ice cream because it caused Listeria infections in five patients at a Kansas hospital. This is a serious health risk that requires immediate attention.

Why it’s dangerous

Listeria bacteria can cause severe infections, particularly in vulnerable groups like pregnant women, newborns, and people with compromised immune systems. The outbreak in Kansas involved five patients treated for Listeria infections.

Who’s affected

People who consumed the recalled ice cream, especially those with weakened immune systems or pregnant individuals, are at higher risk of infection.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the Banana Nut flavor in 1/2 Gallon (2 Quarts) containers. The product was sold with lot codes within the expiration date.

Brand
Blue Bell Creameries
Category
Food

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Identify the product by checking the label for the Banana Nut flavor and 1/2 Gallon size.

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Questions people ask

Is this ice cream safe to eat?

The official recall does not specify if the ice cream is safe to eat; it was recalled due to Listeria infections.

How many people were affected?

Five patients were treated in a single Kansas hospital for Listeria infections.

Is there a remedy for this recall?

The recall record states no remedy is provided.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send Blue Bell Creameries to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

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Subject: Recall F-2541-2015 — Blue Bell Creameries Blue Bell Creameries

Hello,

I own a Blue Bell Creameries that is covered by recall F-2541-2015 from Blue Bell Creameries.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #F-2541-2015 (March 13, 2015) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-2541-2015 to see it in context.
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Blue Bell Creameries, L.P. recalls Blue Bell Ice Cream Banana Nut Still a 1/2 Gal (2 QTS)

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