First and Last Bakery, LLC Recalls Tomato Sauce Products
First and Last Bakery, LLC of Hartford, CT, is recalling certain tomato sauce products due to a possible health risk identified by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
Products Recalled
- First and Last Original Marinara Sauce, Tomato & Basil
- First and Last Original Traditional Pasta Sauce, Meat Flavored
Distribution Details
The products were distributed in Connecticut and Massachusetts through Big Y and potentially other retailers, beginning September 22, 2025, and continuing through October 28, 2025. Sales and production have been suspended to meet regulatory standards.
Packaging Information
The recalled items come in 26 FL OZ jars. Specific names and UPC numbers are available for tracking.
Health Risks and Safety Concerns
The sauces were produced without an approved scheduled process or proper evaluation to ensure safety. Improper processing of acidified or low-acid canned foods can allow the growth of Clostridium botulinum toxin.
Botulism, a potentially fatal food poisoning, can cause general weakness, dizziness, double vision, and difficulty speaking or swallowing. Other symptoms include breathing issues, muscle weakness, abdominal swelling, and constipation.
No cases of illness have been reported so far.
Author's Summary
First and Last Bakery is recalling specific tomato sauces due to botulism risk from improper processing, with no illnesses reported to date.