Nov 6, 2014: Schwartz Bros. Bakery "Everything Bagels" (US/WA,OR)

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Schwartz Brothers Bakery Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in "Everything Bagels"

Contact:
Consumer:
888-970-6938
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — November 6, 2014 — Seattle, Washington — Schwartz Brothers Bakery of Seattle, Washington is recalling "Everything Bagels" because product contains milk but it is not declared as the ingredient on the label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

Product was distributed between 10/9/14 and 11/5/14 through the QFC retail stores of the Washington and Portland, Oregon areas.

The product was packed in clear 4-pack plastic bag, with visible image of cheese melted on top of the bagels. "Everything Bagels" has the UPC number 7 17887 23121 1 and the "best by" dates of 10/14/14 to 11/10/14.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing Cheese was distributed in packaging with a label that did not declare "Milk" in the ingredients statement and Contains statement. The label however has a statement indicating that the item is "Produced in a facility that processes Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat."

This recall is being made with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Consumers who have purchased Schwartz Brothers Bakery "Everything Bagels" at QFC store are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 888-970-6938 from 8:00AM to 4:00PM pacific time.