Kroger recalls deli pasta salads across 28 states over potential listeria contamination

Group 1: Recall Announcement - Kroger has issued a voluntary recall of two deli pasta salads due to potential listeria contamination [1][5] - The affected products are Basil Pesto Bowtie Salad and Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad, sold in 1,860 stores across 28 states [2][1] - Customers were notified through receipt messages and email alerts, and are advised to return the products for a full refund or replacement [5][6] Group 2: Health Concerns - Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as young children, older adults, and pregnant women [8] - No illnesses or injuries have been reported related to the recalled items as of the announcement [8] Group 3: Supplier Recall - Kroger was informed by Fresh Creative Foods about a recall from its pasta supplier, Nate's Fine Foods, affecting 24 stores in Arizona, New Mexico, and Nevada [8][11] - The recall was expanded to include additional dates of bowtie and penne pasta products due to the same contamination concerns [11]