10,000 Cans of Coca-Cola Recalled for a Disturbing Reason

10,000 Coca-Cola cans were recently pulled from shelves due to potential contamination, following a Class II recall notice issued by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Unexpectedly, these bottles or cans of Coca-Cola might have been tainted with plastic particles instead.

According to a recent report from USA Today, certain batches of Coca-Cola cans produced by Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling LLC in Milwaukee, Wisconsin are being recalled.

Here is what you’re looking for — check your Coca-Cola cans for the following information:

Can UPC: 0 49000-00634 6
Pack UPC: UPC 0 49000-02890 4
Date Code: SEP2925MDA
Timestamp: 1100-1253
“Canned Under Authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA 30313”

Originally, Coca-Cola initiated the recall back in early March as a preventive step. However, only two days ago, the Food and Drug Administration upgraded the recall to a Class II level. This indicates that if consumers unknowingly consume the contaminants involved, they could potentially suffer harm.

2025 has seen numerous product recalls so far – ranging from broccoli to empanadas. It’s possible that we might see even more recalls in the future.

After Coca-Cola’s initial voluntary withdrawal, it’s highly probable that the affected cans have been removed from store shelves. However, if you had bought some prior to the recall, they might still be in your refrigerator.

Should you possess these containers, kindly return them to their original purchasing location for a complete reimbursement. In case they’ve been partially used… I wish you good luck on your journey.

Once-Beloved Fast Food Items That No Longer Exist

McDonald’s Arch Deluxe

In an effort to attract more adult customers as they perceived their product range was too child-centric, McDonald’s experimented with various strategies during the 1980s and ’90s. One such attempt resulted in the introduction of the Arch Deluxe burger, marketed as having a “soft, buttery, home-style bakery bun” and a sauce made from mustard and mayonnaise, specifically for adults. The commercials even referred to it as “the burger with an adult flavor.” Unfortunately, this taste didn’t resonate well with the intended audience, and the Arch Deluxe was discontinued in 2000, having been served for only four years.

Little Caesars’ Big! Big! Bucket of Spaghetti

In the 1980s and ’90s, Little Caesars saw significant growth due to their catchy “Pizza! Pizza!” slogan and deal offering two pizzas at the price of one compared to other chains. This concept can be extended to other foods, such as a massive bucket of spaghetti. In fact, for a while during the 1990s, Little Caesars sold this enormous tub of pasta, complete with breadsticks, for just $8.88 – what a bargain!

Pizza Hut’s Bigfoot Pizza

Discussing the colossal servings of Italian cuisine: In response to competition from Little Caesars’ strategy of more-is-more, Pizza Hut unveiled a massive pizza called “The Bigfoot Pizza.” Although I can’t imagine anything more enticing than a dish named after a forest-dwelling creature that doesn’t bathe and has shaggy fur, the Bigfoot Pizza existed for just a few years before disappearing permanently, supposedly because the dough used to make it was difficult to work with and susceptible to tears and rips.

Wendy’s The Big Classic

In a continuous competition for superior fast food, not only the pizza sector, but also burger companies strive to attract customers with larger and improved sandwiches. In response to Burger King’s Whopper, Wendy’s launched their “Big Classic” back in 1986. This burger, which was quite large even by Wendy’s standards, came in a massive styrofoam clamshell (apparently, the environment wasn’t a top concern at the time). The Big Classic, served on a soft kaiser roll, was slightly bigger than a regular Wendy’s single. Although it didn’t manage to dethrone the Whopper, Wendy’s found success by adding bacon to the burger and rebranding it as the “Big Bacon Classic” in the 1990s. Despite being initially introduced as a new item, the “classic” moniker didn’t quite stick due to its somewhat paradoxical nature.

Burger King’s BK Burger Shots

In the past few decades, White Castle has reigned supreme in the fast food slider market, but other burger chains have consistently attempted to challenge their dominance. In the late 2000s, Burger King entered the scene with their “BK Burger Shots,” a modern spin on classic sliders. These bite-sized burgers were dressed in ketchup, mustard, and pickles, and were initially available in packages of two or six. However, while the taste of these “burger shots” was nothing extraordinary, the commercials promoting them were quite unforgettable, featuring attractive women reacting enthusiastically to a man trying to eat them. Despite my frequent fast food encounters on park benches, I’ve never experienced anything like that!

Burger King’s Cini-minis

For many years, Cini-Minis were a significant part of my childhood memories. However, Burger King replaced them with chicken fries which, despite the hype and cost, I find unimpressive. I’m appealing for their return because I yearn to savor those delightful miniature cinnamon rolls once more. Interestingly, these beloved treats from the late ’90s were said to be made with a bit of assistance from Pillsbury. Burger King did bring them back briefly in 2018, but you’re encouraged to sign this petition on Change.org for their permanent return, as it already has thousands of signatures.

Taco Bell’s Cinnamon Crispas

At present, Taco Bell offers cinnamon twists; however, die-hard fans from the old days adore the past dessert option – the Cinnamon Crispas. These were essentially deep-fried tortilla chips coated with cinnamon sugar. And get this – they were just 39 cents! It’s hard to find a better deal. So, how about bringing back the Crispas, and even better, keep the price at 39 cents?

KFC’s Double Down

The Double Down, indeed, is a mind-boggling idea that one must experience at least once. This culinary creation features fried chicken patties serving as the bread, with cheese, bacon, and sauce nestled in between. First introduced as a temporary item in 2010, this seemingly out-of-this-world dish became so beloved that it continued to be offered for several years. Intriguingly, KFC reintroduced it again, for a limited time, in 2023. Perhaps there’s still hope for bringing our collective dream of an all-chicken chicken sandwich to life.

McDonald’s Fried Apple Pies

McDonald’s currently serves apple pies on their menu, but if you’ve tasted one recently and it didn’t bring back the same delight from your childhood, there’s an explanation: The pies are now baked, while they were fried in the past. As many of us recall, fried is always preferable to baked. (Just a moment, my cardiologist is ringing, I’m curious about what he needs.) Unfortunately, McDonald’s discontinued the fried apple pies in 1992 for health reasons, except at one location in Downey, California. It seems like it’s time for a visit!

Pizza Hut’s Hot Dog Bites Pizza

In a world filled with speedy dishes, Pizza Hut’s Hot Dog Bites Pizza stands out as an outrageously quick option that borders on absurdity. With a concept so zany, it seems almost inevitable that it would include bananas for maximum insanity! You can delve into the fascinating tale of this gastronomic creation on the Pizza Hut website. Originally introduced in Asia, it eventually spread across the globe and reached our shores in 2015. Different countries showcased their unique versions; some incorporated a standard-sized hot dog within the crust, while American variations featured mini pigs in a blanket surrounding the pizza and served with mustard dipping sauce. This culinary madness was only available in the U.S. until 2016. If you’re eager to replicate it today, simply prepare a pizza and a platter of hors d’oeuvres for an unforgettable dining experience!

Burger King’s Hot Toppers

In the 80s, Burger King introduced a series of double cheeseburgers known as Hot Toppers, contrary to their suggestive name, they were simply adorned with spicy or flavorful ingredients. One burger boasted barbecue sauce and bacon, another showcased mushrooms and swiss, while the last one came with a slice of ham on top – quite an unusual ‘hot’ addition to a burger.

McDonald’s McDLT

A while ago, before Seinfeld aired, Jason Alexander promoted McDonald’s McDLT, a burger innovation with excessive styrofoam packaging. Essentially, it was an ordinary burger that produced more waste. However, if you remember him excitedly discussing “hamburgers with lettuce and tomato that don’t quite arrive” and singing about “The beef stays hot! The cool stays crisp! Combine them, and you can’t resist!” then it’s something you won’t easily forget.

McDonald’s McLean Deluxe

The ideal American Dream: Indulging in as much unhealthy food as desired without any fear of heart blockages or increased waist size. This desire birthed popular ’90s foods such as SnackWell’s and McDonald’s McLean Deluxe, marketed as a 91% fat-free burger containing lean meat combined with seaweed extract. Launched in 1991, the McLean Deluxe was eventually phased out from McDonald’s menu by 1996.

McDonald’s Old School Fries

Back in the day, before 1990, I’d say McDonald’s French fries were something special. They used to fry thinly sliced potatoes in a blend of beef tallow and cottonseed oil, giving them an irresistible taste that’s hard to forget (beef tallow, oh boy!). Nowadays, they’re made with vegetable oil and a mysterious “beef flavoring.” Just like those classic fried apple pies, there might be more to the fond memories of these foods than just nostalgia.

Pizza Hut’s P’Zone

When you crave something beyond an ordinary calzone, opt for a P’zone. But what exactly is a P’zone? Essentially, it’s a calzone, though Pizza Hut crafted theirs with a toasted parmesan-coated crust. The P’zone first appeared on the Pizza Hut menu in 2002, but it disappeared from their offerings a few years ago. As for why the P’Zone was discontinued, I invite you to check out this amusing (though unverified) Reddit discussion. A user claiming to be a Pizza Hut employee stated that they didn’t sell well, with an average of 10-15 sold per week, four of which were purchased by the same customer each week. This led to a lot of dough being wasted. Another user responded, “Was this in WV? That person who bought 4 of them might have been me.” The case is closed!

McDonald’s Szechuan Sauce

It’s surprising how a sauce from a chain as common as McDonald’s could become a cult favorite, but that’s the most accurate description for their Szechuan sauce. Originally introduced to promote Disney’s Mulan in 1998, it was assumed the sauce would fade into obscurity. However, an unexpected reference on a 2017 episode of Rick and Morty sparked widespread interest in McDonald’s Szechuan sauce. The catch? This condiment hadn’t been available for almost two decades. In response to public demand, McDonald’s brought the sauce back in the same year, followed by more restockings in 2018 and 2022. Despite currently being out of stock, there’s a chance this beloved condiment could reappear again.

Burger King’s Satisfries

The stigma associated with the name might have contributed to their downfall, as it can be awkward or embarrassing for customers to order them, especially when saying “One order of Satisfries, please.

Pizza Hut’s Triple Deckeroni Pizza

The Triple Decker Pizza from The Hut, also known as the Triple Deckeroni Pizza, was a unique blend, resembling the offspring of a regular pizza and a Big Mac. Instead of a single layer of dough, it boasted two layers, laden with cheese, sauce, and various toppings both on top and in between. During the mid-’90s, The Triple Decker was a central point in Pizza Hut’s advertising campaigns; however, it was eventually taken off the menu. Perhaps one day, it will make a comeback for a limited period, which we could term as the ‘triple secret probationoni.’

Taco Bell’s Waffle Tacos

2014 saw Taco Bell causing quite the stir in the breakfast arena with the debut of Waffle Tacos. As the name suggests, these weren’t your regular tacos – instead, a waffle served as the tortilla shell, encasing scrambled eggs and either bacon or sausage. For those with a sweet tooth, syrup was provided for drizzling. Now, Taco Bell has expanded its breakfast menu to include quesadillas, burritos, and Crunchwraps, but sadly, the waffle tacos are no longer on the menu.

Burger King’s Whopperito

Discussing the innovative blend of traditional dishes in unusual ways: Recall the Whopperito? This was essentially a Whopper’s contents wrapped in a tortilla and smothered with queso sauce instead of the usual ketchup, mustard, or mayo. It initially debuted as a trial run in Pennsylvania but quickly gained popularity, earning widespread media attention, even becoming a topic on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (“It’s fantastic if you enjoy both of those foods and despise yourself.”)

Despite Burger King’s initial denial of plans to expand the Whopperito across the nation, it eventually did just that. The Whopperito was a temporary offering, but it achieved its goal; it generated massive attention for Burger King. Always keep in mind: There’s no such thing as bad publicity. (However, there certainly is such a thing as a poorly executed fast food burrito.)

Beloved ’90s Foods You Can Still Eat

Arizona Iced Tea

During the ’90s, there was a significant surge in the demand for bottled tea, with Snapple and Arizona being two popular brands that are still available today. Arizona, known for its catchy sweet iced tea sold in bottles or cans, became a favorite due to its eye-catching labels and surprisingly low prices. Over three decades later, this brand is still thriving. Among their offerings, the half-tea, half-lemonade drink known as Arnold Palmer remains an exceptional choice when you’re grabbing a beverage from a gas station refrigerator.

Bagel Bites

Pizza in the morning, pizza in the evening, and pizza at suppertime – that was the catchy jingle for Ore-Ida’s Bagel Bites. Although I would advise against consuming pizza at these times due to concerns about cholesterol levels, these frozen pizza snacks were a popular choice for afterschool treats or lazy Sunday lunches. However, I find it questionable when they label a 24-count box as ‘family size’ given my ability to easily finish them all in one go!

Brisk Iced Tea

In the ’90s, iced tea was incredibly popular. As some new brands started making a mark in the market, even large beverage corporations joined the bandwagon. Pepsi introduced Brisk as their response to the Snapple-like brands. Today, they continue to produce various flavored teas, lemonades, and other drinks. For a blast from the past, take a look at the ’90s Brisk commercial that features a rubber puppet of Rocky Balboa and the actual voice of Sylvester Stallone. (“The fight may be over, but give me something to drink!”)

Cosmic Brownies

In the annals of Little Debbie’s corporate history, these iconic snack cakes were first introduced in the fall of 1999, inspired by the Cosmic Bowling craze at that time. This might just make them the ultimate food from the ’90s. However, it’s unclear how many bowling alleys still offer cosmic bowling or even did so initially. Nonetheless, these brownies filled with vibrant candy chips are still a popular choice today.

Creme Savers

The first Life Savers candy was introduced in 1912, long before any of us were born. Since ScreenCrush doesn’t typically cater to a century-old audience, it’s safe to say that the vast majority reading this haven’t been around that long. However, the ’90s brought about some exciting new variations of the classic sucking candy. The flavorful Creme Savers, with their strawberries and cream taste, appeared in 1998. If you’re more of a gummy candy fan, then you probably looked forward to the introduction of Gummi Savers in the early ’90s. Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to Life Savers!

DiGiorno Frozen Pizza

Since 1991, it’s no longer just about delivery; DiGiorno has taken over as a popular frozen pizza brand in the U.S., selling an estimated 250,000 pizzas daily according to Wikipedia (though they may not always be correct). That’s quite a bit of frozen pizza! Their modern offerings range from rising crust, gluten-free crust, Detroit-style crust, and even croissant crust – quite an impressive selection.

Dunkaroos

If you lived during the 1990s, you likely indulged in at least one box of Dunkaroos, which were essentially a sweet spin-off of Handi-Snacks – those Ritz Bits cheese and crackers packages with the enigmatic yellow spread that came with a red plastic stick for application. Each traditional Dunkaroos package included a few cookies and a tub of frosting for dipping. Sadly, Dunkaroos were discontinued in the early 2010s – but hopes were rekindled in the summer of 2020 when rumors circulated that they might make a return. Fortunately, this wasn’t just wishful thinking; they have been back on grocery shelves for several years now.

Fruit By the Foot

The 1980s marked the period when fruit snacks transformed into what we now know as Fruit Snacks, becoming a regular item in children’s lunchboxes. The 1990s, on the other hand, were characterized by an explosion of peculiar fruit snack varieties, with the market saturated by all manner of strange shapes and sizes. Many of these products have since vanished, but one that has endured is Fruit By the Foot, which entered grocery stores in 1991. It seems as though someone came up with the idea by thinking, “Since they have Fruit Roll-Ups, what if we literally made a long roll of fruit snack?” When unravelled, a Fruit By the Foot measures approximately three feet, so it was important to avoid dragging the end on the ground (disgusting). A handy tip for optimal pleasure: Open one and then rewind it, sucking on it like a wad of chewing tobacco. It’s fantastic, I assure you. (Please don’t judge me. Also, have you any idea why my teeth are red and falling out in large quantities?)

Go-Gurt

A fascinating tale speaks of a creative food scientist who spotted shampoo samples in slim plastic tubes within magazines and had an ingenious thought: Develop a yogurt that could be squeezed from similar packaging. This idea blossomed into the vast Go-Gurt empire, offering numerous flavors and versions associated with popular children’s brands such as Minecraft and SpongeBob SquarePants. Whether you think tubed yogurt is appealing or not, it’s hard to deny that the name “yogurt/go-gurt” is quite clever!

Gushers

In the 90s, one of the enduring impacts on American food culture was the introduction of Gushers – fruity treats shaped like jewels with a liquid filling that squirts out when bitten. To be honest, the idea makes me a bit queasy just thinking about it. However, as a child of the 90s, I confess that I consumed so many Gushers that I’m convinced my blood is still approximately 20% strawberry Gushers juice!

Ice Breakers

Previously belonging to Nabisco, the Ice Breakers brand of intensely minty candies and gums is currently under the ownership of The Hershey Company. This family also produces a cube-shaped gum called “Ice Cubes”. In the early 2000s, Ice Breakers faced controversy over their product named “Ice Breakers Pacs”, small pouches filled with minty powder that dissolved upon being placed in the mouth. Although it seems harmless, some city authorities claimed these tiny packages resembled street drugs. Oops! Eventually, Hershey’s withdrew the Pacs from the market, but the original Ice Breakers remain available today.

Kid Cuisine

Aimed at keeping kids quiet during grocery trips with their parents, Kid Cuisine offers frozen meals that children adore, such as chicken nuggets, cheeseburgers, and personal pizzas, along with sides and a sweet treat. Essentially, these were the meals your mom would buy you to keep you from whining about junk food while shopping. While ‘Cuisine’ might be an overly polite term for what’s inside these boxes, they remain popular and are still sold today.

Lunchables

Lunchables were first introduced nationally in 1989, but come on, isn’t a pre-packed meal of ham, cheese, crackers, and cookies in a plastic box quintessentially ’90s? This is just one of the many varieties of Lunchables that have been available over the years, some with more complex foods, some with drinks, some even with chocolate candies for dessert. You can still find a variety of Lunchables at your local grocery store’s deli section. However, be mindful of the high sodium content if you decide to indulge in one.

M&M’s Minis

Without sounding too nostalgic, let me tell you that when I was young, M&M’s only came in two flavors: plain and peanut. There wasn’t even a blue M&M in the bag until 1995! Can you imagine? Adding a blue M&M seemed like such an exciting improvement back then.

The most significant change to the line during that time was probably the introduction of M&M’s minis. They were not just small, but they came in a hard plastic tube instead of the traditional bag. This wasn’t great for the environment (many things from that era weren’t), but it did help keep those little candies fresh.

Pizza Hut Stuffed Crust Pizza

After three decades, let’s be honest: Stuffed crust doesn’t live up to expectations. It sounds fantastic on paper – enhancing the dull, overcooked pizza edge with cheese filling was a brilliant idea in theory. That’s why Pizza Hut made it a major selling point in the ’90s. However, in reality, that cheese-stuffed crust was often rubbery and flavorless, no matter how appealing it looked on TV ads. Yet, the desire for a mouthwatering stuffed-crust pizza persists, not just at Pizza Huts globally, but also at other pizzerias and in frozen pizzas. One day, someone will surely crack the code to make stuffed crust taste as good as it should, won’t they? Aren’t we all hoping for that day? Aren’t we?

Rice Krispies Treats

For decades, people have been making Rice Krispies Treats at home, combining melted marshmallows with their favorite cereal. However, it wasn’t until 1995 that Kellogg’s started selling packaged versions of these treats, which eventually led to the creation of a Rice Krispies Treats cereal. It makes you wonder if anyone has ever tried making Rice Krispies Treats using the Rice Krispies Treats cereal itself? The idea is so intriguing that it leaves one’s mind in a state of bewilderment.

Toaster Strudel

Back in the 1980s, a challenger to the legendary Pop-Tart emerged on the scene, but it wasn’t until the 1990s that this contender truly made its mark. Unlike Pop-Tarts, which could seemingly last an eternity on store shelves, Toaster Strudels were kept frozen and heated up before being personalized with icing by the consumer from a convenient packet of sweet goo. The flavor variety is impressive, ranging from classic strawberry to more innovative options like cream cheese and strawberry, apple, blueberry, cherry, raspberry, and cinnamon roll. As a movie critic might say, Toaster Strudels offer a delightful twist on the traditional breakfast pastry!

Totino’s Pizza Rolls

It’s interesting to note that there was a man named Jim Totino who started the well-known Totino’s brand. He was a pizza parlor owner from Minnesota who introduced his own line of frozen pizzas in the 1960s. However, the Totino family sold the business by the mid-70s, and it’s still recognized today.

Funnily enough, Mr. Totino wasn’t the one who invented pizza rolls. That honor goes to a different company, Jeno’s, founded by Jeno Paulucci. They were the first to create a miniature pizza with an egg roll-like shape. Eventually, both brands were acquired by Pillsbury. Afterward, they merged the two concepts to create Totino’s Pizza Rolls. The rest, as we know it, is a cheesy and slightly greasy chapter in food history.

Warheads

In the ’90s, Warheads skyrocketed in popularity due to their infamous reputation as the sourst candy ever made by humankind. During recess, kids would challenge each other to eat them, thereby enhancing Warheads’ cool factor (not to mention their sales). It’s been a long time since I last came across one of these, but I still carry the battle scars from my fellow students teasing me in the cafeteria for turning down an offer to eat one because I was convinced it would cause my head to explode, just like the cartoon character on the packaging suggested. (I guess you could say I was a bit apprehensive back then – a real scaredy-cat!)

Zebra Cakes

The “Little Debbie” brand was established in 1960, and it has been manufacturing vanilla snack cakes ever since. However, these cakes didn’t become known as “Zebra Cakes,” due to their distinct chocolate stripes, until 1991. In the 90s, with the man on the Zebra Cakes packaging and the mascot of Fruit Stripe Gum, zebras were quite popular. They seemed to have a fondness for dairy products and foods associated with zebras. It’s rather peculiar!

2025-03-27 22:56