Nestlé USA Recalls Select Lean Cuisine and Stouffer’s Frozen Meals Due to Possible Contamination

Nestlé USA has issued a voluntary recall of certain Lean Cuisine® and Stouffer’s® frozen meals due to the potential presence of wood-like material. The recall affects specific batches of Lean Cuisine® Butternut Squash Ravioli, Spinach Artichoke Ravioli, Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry, and STOUFFER’S® Party Size Chicken Lasagna. These products were distributed across major U.S. retailers between September 2024 and March 2025. The recall does not extend to any other Lean Cuisine® or Stouffer’s® items.

The decision to recall these meals follows reports from consumers who identified the issue, including one potential choking incident. Nestlé USA advises customers to check batch codes on the product packaging to determine if their frozen meal is affected. Best-before dates range from September 2025 to April 2026, depending on the product. Consumers who purchased any of the recalled items should not consume them and are encouraged to return them to the retailer for a full refund or replacement.

Nestlé USA is investigating the source of the foreign material and has taken corrective measures. The company is collaborating with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to address the issue. Customers with questions or concerns can contact Nestlé USA at (800) 681-1676 during business hours. The company emphasized its commitment to product safety and apologized for any inconvenience the recall may cause.

Article by multiple RFHC contributors, based upon information from Nestlé USA.

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