McDonald’s onion supplier issues recall after E. coli outbreak

As a seasoned gamer and a frequent visitor to McDonald’s for my late-night gaming sessions, I must admit that this recent news about the E. coli outbreak linked to their Quarter Pounder has put a slight damper on my fast-food joyride. However, as someone who’s eaten enough questionable hot dogs at LAN parties, I can take this in stride.


McDonald’s supplier, Taylor Farms, recently announced a product recall for their onions, following reports by the CDC of an E. coli outbreak that may be connected to the fast-food chain.

On October 22nd, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revealed findings from their investigation suggesting a link between McDonald’s and an E. coli outbreak. They determined that the chain’s Quarter Pounder was responsible for 49 cases of illness and one reported fatality across ten different states in the United States.

Following the announcement, McDonald’s President Joe Erlinger expressed his strong belief that customers will still be able to visit the restaurant and savor their favorite menu options. It’s worth noting that two components of the Quarter Pounder are currently being scrutinized by the relevant authorities.

On October 24th, the yellow onion supplier for McDonald’s, Taylor Farms, initiated a recall of onions produced at their facility intended for the fast-food chain.

Nevertheless, the presence of E. coli wasn’t the reason; rather, the company informed NRN that the action was taken “as a precautionary measure.

Taylor Farms stated that they are still collaborating tightly with both the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as they continue to examine the current situation.

McDonald’s onion supplier issues recall after E. coli outbreak

On October 22, McDonald’s announced that due to certain issues, all their restaurants in affected regions have stopped serving the Quarter Pounder sandwich, and they have temporarily halted the supply of sliced onions in these areas.

Affected areas include Colorado, Kansas, Utah, Wyoming, as well as parts of Idaho, Iowa, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.

As a conscientious food enthusiast, I can’t stress enough the importance we place on food safety. Today, eateries facing challenges in this area will receive a Stock Recovery Notice. If you have any queries related to your field supply chain or distribution center, feel free to reach out to the respective managers for assistance.

Additionally, they mentioned that none of the other beef items, such as the Big Mac, McDouble, or Double Cheeseburger, have been impacted by the outbreak and remain accessible.

If you’re looking for a change from burgers, perhaps you might consider the Chicken Big Mac as an alternative instead.

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2024-10-24 22:18