Blue Bell Ice Cream Gingerbread House 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 Cream: Gingerbread House ice cream has been recalled because it caused Listeria infections in five patients at a Kansas hospital. This rare bacteria can cause serious illness, especially in vulnerable groups.

Why it’s dangerous

Listeria monocytogenes is a rare bacteria that can cause severe infections. Five patients in a Kansas hospital were infected with one of four rare strains from this product, indicating a potential health risk.

Who’s affected

People who consumed the recalled ice cream, particularly 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 product name 'Blue Bell Ice Cream Gingerbread House Still a 1/2 Gal (2 QTS)' with any lot codes within the expiry date.

Brand
Blue Bell
Category
Food

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Product Details
Look for the product name and lot codes within the expiry date on the ice cream container.

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Questions people ask

Is this ice cream safe to eat?

The recall does not state that the ice cream is safe to eat; it has been recalled due to Listeria infections.

How many people were affected?

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

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall record does not specify a remedy, so check the product details and contact Blue Bell Creameries for further guidance.

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Subject: Recall F-2557-2015 — Blue Bell Blue Bell

Hello,

I own a Blue Bell that is covered by recall F-2557-2015 from Blue Bell.

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-2557-2015 (March 13, 2015) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-2557-2015 to see it in context.
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Blue Bell Creameries, L.P. recalls Blue Bell Ice Cream Gingerbread House Still a 1/2 Gal (2 QTS)

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