Recalled products linked to potential salmonella risk

Products recalled due to possible salmonella risk

The following products are being recalled because they could be contaminated with salmonella, an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children and others with weakened immune systems:

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Dutch Valley Food Distributors Inc. of Myerstown, Pa., is recalling select black pepper and products containing black pepper. No illnesses have been reported. The recalled items were sold under the label Bulk Food Inc. The products were distributed nationwide and sold on at www.dutchvalleyfoods.com. Details: by phone at 800-733-4191.

Frito-Lay is recalling Quaker Snack Mix Baked Cheddar in 8-ounce and 1.75-ounce packages. The recalled product has the sell-by date of June 15, 2010. No illnesses have been reported, according to the Plano, Texas, company. The product, a snack mix that contains crackers and pretzels, was distributed nationwide to retail stores, foodservice and vending machines in the U.S. Details: by phone at 800-352-4477.

ACH Food Companies Inc. is recalling certain production codes of French’s, Durkee and Weber branded Italian seasoning and spaghetti sauce mixes. No illnesses have been reported, according to the Cordova, Tenn., company. The recalled products were sold to retailers and distributors nationwide in the U.S. Details: by phone at 800-328-6013.

Olde Westport Spice is recalling Garden Harvest Special Blend Seasoning, sold in 5-ounce and 10-ounce jars and 20-ounce bags. No illnesses have been reported, according to the Goodland, Kan., company. The recalled Special Blend Seasoning was sold online at www.oldwestportspice.com, at food and craft shows in Nebraska, Iowa, Minnesota, Kansas and Colorado and at limited specialty gift shops in Kansas and Missouri. It was sold from November 2009 through February 2010. Details: by phone at 785-899-2020.