The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0099-2023·Announced 2022-11-09

Bella Cucina Porcini & Parmesan Pesto Recalled for Missing Milk Allergen Labeling

Bella Brands is recalling multiple lots of Bella Cucina Porcini & Parmesan Pesto because milk is not indicated on the product label, creating a risk for consumers with milk allergies.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II recall for allergen mislabeling on milk, a major food allergen. The source does not report any illnesses or injuries. Per the severity rubric, allergen mislabeling on common allergens without reported illness is classified as High (3).

Plain-English summary

Bella Brands, LLC (doing business as Bella Cucina Artful Food) is recalling Bella Cucina Artful Food Porcini & Parmesan Pesto in 6 oz (169g) jars because the label does not disclose milk as an ingredient, in violation of federal labeling requirements.

Milk is a major food allergen. Consumers with milk allergies or sensitivities could experience severe allergic reactions if they consume this product without knowing it contains milk. The affected product was distributed to all 50 U.S. states, as well as to Canada and Italy.

The recall involves multiple lot codes with best-by dates ranging from August 2022 through May 2024. Consumers who have purchased this product should verify their lot numbers and best-by dates against the complete list provided by the FDA. If you own an affected lot and have a milk allergy, do not consume the product. Return it to the store where it was purchased or contact Bella Brands for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Bella Cucina Artful Food Porcini & Parmesan Pesto Net Wt. 6 oz (169g) jar, UPC 6 19193 00146 8 Manufactured by Bella Cucina Artful Food Atlanta, GA 30310
Manufacturer
Bella Brands, LLC DBA Bella Cucina Artful Food
Hazard
  • allergen-milk
  • mis-labeling

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (20)

  • LOT # 234-1010
  • BEST BY DATE 8/21/22
  • LOT # 237-1010
  • BEST BY DATE 8/24/22
  • LOT # 262-1010
  • BEST BY DATE 9/18/22
  • LOT # 294-1010
  • BEST BY DATE 10/20/22
  • LOT # 294-1020
  • LOT # 294-1030
  • LOT # 014-1110
  • BEST BY DATE 1/14/23
  • LOT # 014-1120
  • LOT # 076-1110
  • BEST BY DATE 3/17/23
  • LOT # 076-1120
  • LOT # 084-1110
  • BEST BY DATE 3/25/23
  • LOT # 084-1120
  • LOT # 138-1110

Distribution

Distributed in 45 states:

  • AK
  • AL
  • AR
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • IA
  • ID
  • IL
  • IN
  • KY
  • LA
  • MA
  • MD
  • ME
  • MI
  • MN
  • MO
  • MS
  • MT
  • NC
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NM
  • NV
  • NY
  • OH
  • OK
  • OR
  • PA
  • RI
  • SC
  • SD
  • TN
  • TX
  • UT
  • VA
  • WA
  • WI
  • WV
  • WY