Blue Bell Ice Cream Dutch Chocolate 3 Gallon Recall: Listeria 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 Dutch Chocolate 3-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 monocytogenes is a rare bacteria that can cause severe infections, especially in vulnerable groups. Five patients in a Kansas hospital were infected with one of four rare strains, indicating a significant health risk.

Who’s affected

Anyone who purchased or consumed Blue Bell Dutch Chocolate 3-gallon ice cream. Infants, elderly, and immunocompromised individuals are at highest risk due to Listeria's severe effects.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for Blue Bell Creameries Dutch Chocolate 3-gallon ice cream with any lot code within the expiration date. The product is not identified by specific lot numbers or dates in the recall.

Brand
Blue Bell Creameries
Category
Food

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Discard any Blue Bell Dutch Chocolate 3-gallon ice cream you have purchased.

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Questions people ask

Is there a remedy for this recall?

The official recall notice does not state any remedy.

How many people were affected?

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

Is this product safe to eat?

No, the product has been recalled due to Listeria infections in patients.

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Subject: Recall F-2625-2015 — Blue Bell Creameries Blue Bell Creameries

Hello,

I own a Blue Bell Creameries that is covered by recall F-2625-2015 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-2625-2015 (March 13, 2015) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-2625-2015 to see it in context.
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Blue Bell Creameries, L.P. recalls Blue Bell Ice Cream Dutch Chocolate 3 Gallon

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