Walmart issues nationwide recall for Blackstone parmesan ranch seasoning over fatal infection risk
Walmart has issued a nationwide recall for Blackstone Parmesan Ranch seasoning due to potential salmonella contamination. The recall affects specific lot numbers of the product sold in 7.3-ounce containers. Consumers are advised to dispose of the seasoning immediately as salmonella can cause serious illness, particularly in vulnerable populations.
- ▪The recall was announced by Blackstone Products on May 15 after a dry milk powder ingredient was recalled over possible salmonella contamination.
- ▪No illnesses have been reported to date related to the recalled seasoning.
- ▪Affected products include containers with lot numbers 2025-43282, 2025-46172, and 2026-54751, with various best-by dates in 2027.
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| Publication time | Tue, 26 May 2026 17:28:36 -0400 |
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Business Walmart issues nationwide recall for Blackstone parmesan ranch seasoning over fatal infection risk By Ariel Zilber Published May 26, 2026, 5:28 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Walmart shoppers nationwide are being warned to toss certain containers of Parmesan Ranch seasoning after the product was recalled over fears it could be contaminated with salmonella — a bacteria that can trigger serious and sometimes fatal infections. Blackstone Products, which is based in Providence, Utah, announced the voluntary recall on May 15 after learning that a dry milk powder ingredient used in the seasoning had been recalled by California Dairies, Inc. over possible salmonella contamination.
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