Taylor Farms Dips Recalled
Taylor Farms Recalls Guacamole and Dips Amid Possible Salmonella Contamination Tied to Jalapeños
Taylor Farms is recalling its guacamole and dips sold across 26 states after possible salmonella contamination linked to jalapeños, according to USA Today. The recalled products were sold at major retailers including Walmart, Target, and Trader Joe's.
The company says it has no confirmed illnesses tied to its products so far. But the recall adds to a troubled stretch for Taylor Farms — its shredded lettuce was also recently linked to a separate cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened tens of thousands of people nationwide, AZ Central reported.
Jalapeño Salmonella Outbreak Triggers Multistate Recall
The Taylor Farms recall is part of a broader salmonella outbreak tied to jalapeños, according to Indystar. Salmonella is a bacteria that causes food poisoning. Symptoms include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. It can be serious — even deadly — for young children, the elderly, and people with weak immune systems.
The recalled products span guacamole and other dips made with jalapeños. They were distributed across 26 states. Taylor Farms has not confirmed any reported illnesses directly linked to its recalled items, The Tennessean noted.
Where the Recalled Products Were Sold
Shoppers at Walmart, Target, and Trader Joe's in 26 states may have purchased the affected products, according to Cincinnati.com. Customers who bought Taylor Farms guacamole or dips recently should check their packaging. Anyone with a recalled product should not eat it and should throw it away or return it to the store.
Taylor Farms Also Tied to Separate Cyclosporiasis Outbreak
The salmonella recall is not Taylor Farms' only food safety problem this season. The company's shredded lettuce was linked to an ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak, The Oklahoman reported. Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by a microscopic parasite. The outbreak has sickened tens of thousands of people across the country.
Two major food safety scares in a short window puts serious pressure on the company. Public health officials are urging consumers to check recall lists carefully and watch for symptoms of both illnesses, according to jsonline.
What to Do If You Bought These Products
If you bought Taylor Farms guacamole or dips recently, stop eating them. Check the brand name and look up the full recalled product list. You can return the item to the store where you bought it for a full refund. When in doubt, throw it out — salmonella can cause serious illness, especially in vulnerable people.
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