Recalled Smoked Salmon in Illinois Could Be Lethally Contaminated

You'd think the original recall would be enough to get you moving, but this news makes me want to scour my freezer.

I'm almost sure we don't even have this at home, but I'm concerned because the last thing I want is anything that might be deemed potentially deadly if I eat it inside my house.

Costco Recalled Kirkland Signature Smoked Salmon

That's what's happening, though, as Costco announced a recall of Kirkland Signature Smoked Salmon in October.

Over 100 cases were recalled last year after lab testing confirmed they were loaded with Listeria.

The original recall asked Costco customers who purchased the items between October 9 and October 13, 2024, to pitch them out or return them to the store.

Listeria Infested Smoked Salmon No Longer On Store Shelves

While the Listeria Salmon is no longer on store shelves, it is still a concern.

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Think about it: How long have you had that thing in the freezer? You know what I'm talking about—it's so freezer-burnt that you're not even sure what it is.

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So, out of an abundance of caution, the Food and Drug Administration just reclassified the long-recalled salmon as Class 1, which, according to their website, is "a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death."

What You Should Do With Contaminated Costco Salmon

If you still have that salmon in your freezer, you can return it to Costco and get your money back.

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If you ate the salmon unaware of the recall, contact your healthcare provider immediately.

Before you start digging in your freezer for that smoked salmon, check out the list of cookout foods that can make your dog sick.