MorningStar Farms Recalls Buffalo Chik’n Nuggets and Sausage Patties Over Possible Plastic Pieces
MorningStar Farms is voluntarily recalling two frozen plant-based products because they may contain possible plastic pieces. If you keep meat alternatives in the freezer for quick dinners, this is one to check right away.
The recall covers MorningStar Farms Buffalo Chik’n Nuggets and MorningStar Farms Hot & Spicy Sausage Patties, according to the FDA. The company says consumers should not eat the affected products. Instead, discard them or return them for a refund as directed in the recall notice.
What to check in your freezer
Look closely at the package name, UPC, and best-if-used-by date code. MorningStar Farms says only the specific products listed in the notice are included, so it is important to match all the identifying details before you throw anything away.
The recalled items are:
- MorningStar Farms Buffalo Chik’n Nuggets
- MorningStar Farms Hot & Spicy Sausage Patties
Check the FDA notice for the exact UPCs and best-if-used-by date codes tied to each product. If your package does not match those identifiers, it is not part of this recall.
What shoppers should do
If you find a recalled package at home, do not cook it, taste it, or serve it. Put it aside so no one in the household accidentally uses it.
Then follow the company’s instructions: discard the product or return it for a refund. If you have already served it, the FDA notice should guide you on next steps. If the notice mentions an adverse event or injury report, follow that guidance as well.
Why this matters for family meals
Frozen plant-based meals are a pantry-and-freezer staple for busy households. They help with school nights, late workdays, and quick lunches, which is exactly why it pays to scan the labels before heating something up.
A simple freezer check can prevent serving the wrong item during a rushed dinner. It also helps you catch recalls before they get buried behind bags of vegetables, pizza, or other frozen proteins.
A quick family kitchen reminder
When you shop for frozen meat alternatives, save the habit of checking the full label at home, not just the front of the box. Brand, product name, UPC, and date code are the details that matter most when a recall comes in.
If you are unsure about a package, set it aside and compare it with the official notice before using it. That small step can make weekday meals safer and easier.
For the most accurate product details, including the exact UPCs and date codes, use the FDA recall notice before deciding whether to keep or discard the item. MorningStar Farms says the affected products should not be eaten and should be returned or discarded for a refund.
