4.31 lbs. cases of “MC Beef Shepherd’s Pie” with lot code 5006306020
Recalled by Conagra Brands (Conagra Foods Packaged Foods, LLC)
Meat & poultry recall
Conagra Brands (Conagra Foods Packaged Foods, LLC)
Class II — moderate
Using this product might cause a temporary or medically reversible health problem. The chance of serious harm is low.
Conagra Brands (Conagra Foods Packaged Foods, LLC) has recalled 4.31 lbs. cases of “MC Beef Shepherd’s Pie” with lot code 5006306020, according to data published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA FSIS). The recall was reported on June 16, 2023 and was initiated on June 16, 2023. It is classified as a Class II recall, which means using this product might cause a temporary or medically reversible health problem. The chance of serious harm is low.
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the USDA record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers 4.31 lbs. cases of “MC Beef Shepherd’s Pie” with lot code 5006306020, with approximately 2,803 pounds recovered affected. The company behind the recall is Conagra Brands (Conagra Foods Packaged Foods, LLC). The USDA describes the product as: “4.31 lbs. cases of “MC Beef Shepherd’s Pie” with lot code 5006306020, BEST BY FEB 24 2024 and case code 2113100032, containing six 11.5 oz. carton packages of "Marie Callender’s BEEF SHEPHERD’S PIE” with lot code 5006306020 and BEST BY FEB 24 2024 on th”
Why was 4.31 lbs. cases of “MC Beef Shepherd’s Pie” with lot code 5006306020 recalled?
According to the USDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Product Contamination. WASHINGTON, June 16, 2023 – Conagra Brands, Inc., a Russellville, Ark. establishment, is recalling approximately 2,717 pounds of frozen beef shepherd’s pie products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically clear, flexible plastic, the U.S. Department o….” In plain terms, this recall relates to foreign material.
A foreign material recall means that pieces of something which should not be in food — such as metal, plastic, or glass — may be present. These can pose a choking hazard or cause injury. Recalls like these are issued to remove the affected product before anyone is hurt.
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought 4.31 lbs. cases of “MC Beef Shepherd’s Pie” with lot code 5006306020, compare it against the product description and identifying codes before using it.
The general guidance for a matching product is to stop using it and follow the instructions in the official USDA recall notice, which may include a repair, replacement, refund, or safe disposal. When in doubt, contact Conagra Brands (Conagra Foods Packaged Foods, LLC) or your local health authority.
About this recall
This recall was distributed in California, Colorado, Oregon, Utah. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public USDA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the USDA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Full recall details
- Status
- Completed
- Date reported
- June 16, 2023
- Recall started
- June 16, 2023
- Distributed in
- California, Colorado, Oregon, Utah
Product Contamination. WASHINGTON, June 16, 2023 – Conagra Brands, Inc., a Russellville, Ark. establishment, is recalling approximately 2,717 pounds of frozen beef shepherd’s pie products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically clear, flexible plastic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.Show full text ▾
Product Contamination. WASHINGTON, June 16, 2023 – Conagra Brands, Inc., a Russellville, Ark. establishment, is recalling approximately 2,717 pounds of frozen beef shepherd’s pie products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically clear, flexible plastic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The frozen beef shepherd’s pie products were produced on March 1, 2023, with time stamps ranging between 17:45-17:56 hours. The following products are subject to recall [ view labels ]: 4.31 lbs. cases of “MC Beef Shepherd’s Pie” with lot code 5006306020, BEST BY FEB 24 2024 and case code 2113100032, containing six 11.5 oz. carton packages of "Marie Callender’s BEEF SHEPHERD’S PIE” with lot code 5006306020 and BEST BY FEB 24 2024 on the side panel, with time stamps ranging between 17:45-17:56 The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST 233” next to the USDA mark of inspection on the case and above the “BEST BY DATE” on the side panel of the individual product. These items were shipped to retail customer distribution centers in California, Colorado, Oregon, and Utah, and further distributed nationwide. The problem was discovered when the firm received consumer complaints reporting pieces of clear, flexible plastic in the product, and notified FSIS of the situation. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider. FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ freezers. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls . Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Conagra’s Consumer Care Hotline at 877-469-3783 or consumer.care@conagra.com . Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Dan Hare, Sr. Director of Corporate Communications, Conagra at 312-549-5355 or Daniel.hare@conagra.com . Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or live chat via Ask USDA from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Consumers can also browse food safety messages at Ask USDA or send a question via email to MPHotline@usda.gov . For consumers that need to report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/ .What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was 4.31 lbs. cases of “MC Beef Shepherd’s Pie” with lot code 5006306020 recalled?+
According to the USDA: Product Contamination.
How serious is this recall?+
Class II — moderate. Using this product might cause a temporary or medically reversible health problem. The chance of serious harm is low.
What should I do if I have 4.31 lbs. cases of “MC Beef Shepherd’s Pie” with lot code 5006306020?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA FSIS) data for this recall.
Recall number: USDA-024-2023. Information last synced from the FDA on July 6, 2026.