Kroger recalling Spinach over Listeria concerns

Category: Breaking News Published on Thursday, 20 September 2012 09:00 Written by myfoxdetroit

(MyFox Detroit) -

Kroger is recalling certain spinach packages sold at grocery stores in Michigan and 14 other states because they may be contaminated by a strain of Listeria. 
 
The recall involves The Kroger Fresh Selections Tender Spinach which were sold in 10-ounze bags and had a "best if used by" date of Sept. 16. It has a universal product code, or UPC, of 011110916495.

Kroger said if customers did buy the recalled product, they should return it to stores for a full refund or replacement. 
 
   No illnesses have been reported. Listeria can lead to severe illness for women who are pregnant or people who have a weakened immune system.
 
Kroger says the product was sold in Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, Virginia, Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Kansas and Nebraska.  

The recall involves Kroger stores and the following supermarkets in selected states: Jay C, Owen's, Pay Less, Scott's, Food 4 Less, Dillons, Baker's and Gerbes.

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