A nationwide recall has been issued for thousands of pounds of frozen ready meals after U.S. food safety officials identified a labeling problem involving an undeclared allergen. The recall affects certain Power Plate Meals meatloaf products distributed in parts of the Upper Midwest.
The issue centers on the presence of soy, one of the major allergens that must be declared on food packaging under U.S. regulations. While no illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported, officials are advising consumers not to eat the affected meals.
Recall Affects Nearly 5,800 Pounds of Frozen Meatloaf Meals
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), Power Plate Meals LLC of West Fargo, North Dakota, is recalling approximately 5,795 pounds of frozen meatloaf with garlic mashed potatoes products due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen.
The recall applies to 13.3-ounce vacuum-sealed plastic tray packages labeled “POWER PLATE MEALS MEATLOAF WITH GARLIC MASHED POTATOES.” FSIS said the products were produced between June 25, 2025, and June 10, 2026, and carry “USE BY” dates ranging from June 25, 2026, through June 10, 2027.
The affected products bear establishment number “217SEND” inside the USDA mark of inspection. According to FSIS, the meals were shipped to distributors in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
The problem was identified when a state inspector notified federal officials that soy was not included in the final ingredients list on the product label. Soy is among the major food allergens recognized under U.S. food safety regulations and must be clearly disclosed to consumers.
The recall announcement was issued on June 18 and noted that distribution was limited to the three states identified by FSIS. Officials cautioned, though, that some of the products could still be stored in consumers’ freezers.
Consumers Urged Not to Eat Affected Products
FSIS said there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions linked to consumption of the recalled meals. Even so, the agency expressed concern that consumers may still have the products at home.
According to FSIS, anyone who purchased the recalled meals should not consume them. The agency advised consumers to either discard the products or return them to the place of purchase.
For individuals with soy allergies, accidental exposure can present significant health risks. Information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, reported that soy allergies can trigger symptoms ranging from hives and swelling to severe allergic reactions that may require immediate medical attention.
Federal regulators continue to treat undeclared allergens as a major food safety concern. Newsweek reported that undeclared allergens accounted for nearly 38.8 percent of all FDA and USDA food recalls in 2025. The requirement to clearly identify allergens on food labels is intended to help consumers avoid unintended exposure to ingredients that may cause harmful reactions.
Consumers who believe they may have experienced a reaction after eating the recalled products are advised by FSIS to contact a healthcare provider. The agency also stated that it will conduct recall effectiveness checks to verify that customers have been notified and that the affected products are no longer available to consumers.
