Stone Mountain Pecan Company in Monroe, Ga. is recalling 540 packages of the “Pecanettes” for possible Salmonella. Consumers who have purchased this product should not eat it as they risk serious illness if they do.
The recalled products were sold in 8-ounce clear plastic packages with the Lot code 4032A, and “sell by date” of 12/30/15.
Salmonella can cause serious infections in young children, elderly people and those with weakened immune systems. Symptoms include fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In a small percentage of cases, the infection will get into the bloodstream producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections, endocarditis and arthritis.
At the time of the recall, no illnesses had been reported. Consumers concerned about an illness related to this product should see a doctor.