Pringles Brand Potato Crisps Recalled Due to Salmonella Threat
March 9, 2010 by Nancy
Filed under Featured Story
Proctor and Gamble is voluntarily recalling 2 Pringles brand potato crisps due to Salmonella threat after a recommendation by the Food and Drug Administration.
The 2 products involved are Pringles Restaurant Cravers Cheeseburger potato crisps and Pringles Family Faves Taco Night potato crisps.
According to their press release, P & G was notified by one of its suppliers that a seasoning used in these two products contains hydrolyzed vegetable protein (HVP) manufactured by Basic Food Flavors, Inc., who has voluntarily recalled several lots of this ingredient because of potential salmonella exposure.
Salmonella can cause severe illness with fever, abdominal cramps and diarrhea. Cases in young children and the elderly can be life threatening.
Consumers who have purchased either of the 2 Pringles brand potato crisps recalled due to Salmonella should contact Proctor and Gamble for a refund or coupon at 1-877-876-7881.
Daniele Salami Meats Recalled for Possible Salmonella
Approximately 1.2 million pounds of Daniele salami meats have been recalled for possible Salmonella.
William Keene, a senior epidemiologist at the Oregon Public Health Division said, “Daniele brand salami has been identified as the source of a large and ongoing outbreak of salmonellosis. Consumers and food service providers who have any of the recalled products should discard them immediately or return them for a refund.”
Salmonella can cause diarrhea, fever and vomiting and can last four to seven days. Most people recover without treatment but the elderly, infants and those with impaired immune systems can become severely dehydrated and it can be fatal in some cases.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report 184 potentially outbreak-associated cases have been identified in 38 states, including eight from Oregon and 14 from Washington. The earliest recognized cases began in July 2009, and the CDC continues to report cases.
The recalled products of the Rhode Island based, Daniele Inc., are widely sold at groceries, online and warehouse stores including Costco, Walmart, and Sam’s Club. For a complete list of the recalled salami meats visit the FSIS website.
The Daniele salami meats recalled for possible Salmonella all carry a small round USDA mark that says “EST.54″ or “EST.992″.
Recalled Parkers Farm Products Include Cheese, Dips and Peanut Butter
Recently recalled Parkers Farm products include cheese, dips and peanut butter. The products were distributed nationwide and involve a long list of recognizable food markets.
The recall was issued by the Coon Rapids, Minnesota company because of possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria can cause serious and sometimes fatal infection in young children, frail or elderly people and people with weakened immune systems.
The recalled products were sold under the Parkers Farm or Parkers label and other labels. All carry specific “sell by” dates a half inch from the top of the container. The products include peanut butter, cheese, dips, spreads and salsa.
A complete list of the recalled products can be found on the FDA website.
The FDA and Parkers Farm, Inc. are continuing their investigation as to what caused the problem. No illnesses have been reported to date but consumers are urged to return to the place of purchase for a full refund. The company can be contacted with questions at 800 869 6685.
The recalled Parkers Farm products were sold in the following retail stores: Hy-Vee, CUB, Rainbow, Byerlys, Lunds, Target, Whole Foods, Jewel, Dominicks, Marsh, Price Chopper, Shop Rite, Nash Finch, Sam’s Club, Costco, and Safeway.
