Products Recalled:
"Morreale Meat" beef products intended for use in ground products

Product Information:
The following products are subject to recall:

• 30-, 60- pound boxes, combo boxes or 47-gallon barrels of "MORREALE MEAT" beef products labeled as "Boneless Chucks," "Boneless Clods," "Flat Rounds," Gooseneck Rounds," "Knuckle," "Heel Meat," "Scotties," "Trimmings 50," "Trimmings 60," "Trimmings 65," "Trimmings 70," "Trimmings 75," "Trimmings 80," "Trimmings 85," or "Trimmings 90."

The beef products bear the establishment number "EST. 6872" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

Recalling Firm:
JSM Meat Holdings Company, Inc.
Chicago, IL

Consumers with questions may contact the company at (312) 421-3664, ext. 214.

Problem/Reason for Recall:
The recalled product may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7.  E. coli O157:H7 infections can cause diarrhea (bloody or nonbloody), dehydration, abdominal cramps, and in severe cases a serious condition involving kidney failure called Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS).  The very young, the elderly, and persons with compromised immune systems are the most susceptible to foodborne illness.  People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention.

The problem was discovered by FSIS.  FSIS has received no reports of illnesses associated with consumption of this product.  Anyone with signs or symptoms of foodborne illness should consult a medical professional.    

Amount recalled:   Undetermined amount

Distribution:
These beef products were distributed to establishments for further processing in Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.

Press Release:   Yes

USDA-FSIS  for more information