Quick Answer
BEF Foods, Inc., the Ohio-based subsidiary of Bob Evans Farms (owned by Post Holdings), voluntarily recalled 58,405 cases of Park St. Deli Macaroni and Cheese sold exclusively at Aldi stores nationwide. The fully cooked, ready-to-eat meals may contain undeclared soy lecithin, which is a major allergen.
The FDA published the recall on June 13, 2026 and upgraded it to Class II on June 10. With nine meals per case, the action covers more than 525,000 individual packages. If you bought Park St. Deli Mac and Cheese at Aldi, check the lot code on your package and return it to the store for a full refund.
Why the recall happened
BEF Foods discovered that some packages of Park St. Deli Macaroni and Cheese were filled with a different cheese sauce that contained soy lecithin as an emulsifier. Soy lecithin was not listed on the product label. For most shoppers this is harmless, but anyone with a soy allergy could have a serious reaction without warning.
The FDA classifies allergen mislabeling as a Class II event when the product could cause a temporary or medically reversible adverse health reaction. For a person with a severe soy allergy the consequences can be serious, which is why undeclared allergens are one of the most common reasons for FDA recalls in any given year.
The exact products affected
| Product | Brand | Sold at | Package size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park St. Deli Macaroni and Cheese (Aldi Original, fully cooked) | Park St. Deli | Aldi (nationwide) | Single-serve refrigerated meal, nine per case |
Check the lot codes and best-by dates printed on the package against the list on the FDA recall page (search "Park St. Deli Macaroni and Cheese" on fda.gov). If your package matches, do not eat it.
Where the cases were shipped
The recall is nationwide. Aldi distributed the recalled cases to its retail stores across the United States through its regional distribution centers. If you bought refrigerated Park St. Deli Macaroni and Cheese at Aldi between the production dates listed on the FDA notice, treat it as in scope until you have confirmed the lot code.
What to do if you have one
- Check the package. Match the lot code and best-by date against the FDA recall notice.
- Do not eat it if you or anyone in your household has a soy allergy. For everyone else, the product is not a safety risk, but the recall is still in effect and the store will accept the return.
- Return for a refund. Aldi is issuing full refunds with or without a receipt at any store.
- Report a reaction. If someone in your household ate the product and had an allergic reaction, contact your healthcare provider and file a report at FoodSafety.gov or with the FDA's MedWatch program.
Is this related to a Bob Evans egg recall?
No. This recall is for refrigerated macaroni and cheese, not eggs. You may be thinking of a separate March 2025 Cargill Kitchen Solutions recall of Bob Evans Better'n Eggs and Egg Beaters cartons for possible cleaning-solution exposure. That was a different product, a different manufacturer, and a different year. The June 2026 BEF Foods recall covers only the Park St. Deli Macaroni and Cheese line sold at Aldi.
How to tell if you had an allergic reaction
Symptoms of a soy allergy reaction usually appear within minutes to a couple of hours of eating the food and can include:
- Tingling or itching in the mouth
- Hives, swelling, or skin redness
- Stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
- Difficulty breathing or wheezing
- In severe cases, anaphylaxis with throat tightening and a drop in blood pressure
Anyone with a known soy allergy who develops symptoms should use their epinephrine auto-injector if prescribed and call emergency services. People who have not eaten soy before but feel unwell after the meal should still contact a doctor, since allergies can appear at any age.
FAQs about the BEF Foods recall
Who is BEF Foods?
BEF Foods, Inc. is the foodservice and packaged-products subsidiary of Bob Evans Farms, headquartered in Ohio. Bob Evans Farms was acquired by Post Holdings in 2017. BEF Foods supplies retailers like Aldi with private-label refrigerated meals, including the Park St. Deli line.
How will I know if my package is recalled?
The recall list is keyed to the establishment number, lot codes, and best-by dates printed on the package. The full list is on the FDA recalls page; search for "Park St. Deli Macaroni and Cheese" or "BEF Foods."
Has anyone gotten sick?
As of the FDA notice, no confirmed allergic reactions had been reported. The recall was triggered by the manufacturer's own discovery during a label and ingredient review, not by a cluster of sick consumers.
Are other Aldi brands affected?
No. The recall is limited to Park St. Deli Macaroni and Cheese. Other Aldi refrigerated meals and other Park St. Deli items are not part of this action.
The takeaway
If you have a Park St. Deli Macaroni and Cheese from Aldi in your fridge, check the lot code against the FDA recall notice. If you or anyone in your household is allergic to soy, return it. If no one is allergic, the meal is not a safety risk, but the recall makes you eligible for a full refund either way.
How to file a complaint or report a reaction
If you or anyone in your household ate a recalled package and had an allergic reaction, file a report through the FDA's MedWatch program or at FoodSafety.gov. Keep the package and any remaining product as evidence. For severe symptoms like throat tightening or trouble breathing, call emergency services immediately.
Why undeclared allergens drive so many recalls
Undeclared allergens are the single biggest driver of FDA food recalls in most years, accounting for roughly a third of all actions. Soy, milk, wheat, and peanuts are the most common. The cause is almost always the same: a packaging-line crossover, a supplier ingredient swap, or a label printed against the wrong recipe. Manufacturers usually discover the issue during their own audits, which is what happened here.
The broader recall context
2025 and 2026 have been heavy years for US food safety recalls, with multiple Class I and Class II actions across dairy, meat, and ready-to-eat products. The BEF Foods recall is a reminder that even brands with strong reputations are exposed to packaging-line errors, and that allergen labeling is one of the highest-stakes parts of the production chain.
Plan for the future
Two simple habits cut your exposure to recalls: keep grocery receipts for a month, and sign up for FDA and USDA email alerts. Both agencies send free recall notifications by category. If a package in your fridge matches an alert, you find out the same day instead of weeks later.
