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Macaroni & Cheese Recall Hits Aldi Stores Nationwide
A nationwide macaroni and cheese recall is drawing attention after federal officials classified an ongoing voluntary recall involving Park St. Deli Macaroni & Cheese sold at Aldi stores. The product was recalled because it may contain soy lecithin, an allergen that was not declared on the label.
The recall involves Park St. Deli Macaroni & Cheese in 20-ounce plastic containers. According to recent recall reporting, BEF Foods, Inc. initiated the recall on March 23, 2026, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration classified it as a Class II recall on June 10, 2026. The recall covers 58,405 cases, with nine units per case, bringing the total to 525,645 individual packages.
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Why Was the Product Recalled?
issue is not tied to spoilage, bacteria, or foreign material. Instead, it centers on labeling. The affected macaroni and cheese contains soy lecithin, but soy was not listed as an allergen on the product packaging. That matters because people with soy allergies could eat the product without realizing it contains a soy-derived ingredient.
Soy lecithin is often used in processed foods as an emulsifier, helping ingredients blend and maintain texture. While some people with soy allergies may tolerate soy lecithin, others can still react to it. For shoppers with a known soy allergy or sensitivity, an undeclared soy ingredient can create an avoidable health risk.
The FDA classified the recall as Class II, which means use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects, or that the chance of serious health consequences is considered remote. This does not mean every package is dangerous to every shopper, but it does mean the product should not be consumed by anyone who needs to avoid soy.
The affected product was distributed nationwide through Aldi stores. Shoppers should check their refrigerators for Park St. Deli Macaroni & Cheese in 20-ounce containers and compare the package with the recall details.
What Should Consumers Do?
Anyone with a soy allergy should not eat the recalled macaroni and cheese. The safest step is to return it to the store where it was purchased for a refund or dispose of it if returning it is not practical. People who have already eaten the product and develop allergy symptoms should contact a healthcare professional, especially if symptoms include swelling, trouble breathing, hives, vomiting, or dizziness.
For shoppers without a soy allergy, the recall may not pose the same level of risk, but the product was still recalled because the label did not give consumers accurate ingredient information. Food labels are especially important for people managing allergies, children’s meals, and shared household groceries.
What Shoppers Need to Know
The recall remains a reminder to check product labels and recall notices, especially for refrigerated ready-to-eat foods. Consumers who shop at Aldi should review any Park St. Deli Macaroni & Cheese in their homes and avoid serving recalled packages to anyone with a soy allergy or sensitivity.
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