Note: The following information is from a Giant Food Stores news release.
Following a recall by General Mills Inc., GIANT Food Stores announced Saturday that it has removed from stores Gold Medal flour products potentially linked to an outbreak of E. coli 0121.
The following products are included in the recall:
- Gold Medal Wondra Quick Mixing Flour, 13.5 oz., UPC 1600018980 with Better if Used by Dates of 23FEB2017KC and 24FEB2017KC
- Gold Medal All Purpose Flour, 2 lb., UPC 1600010710 with Better if Used by Dates of 15MAY2017KC through 24MAY2017KC, 04JUN2017KC, 05JUN2017KC, 11JUN2017KC through 14JUN2017KC
- Gold Medal All Purpose Flour, 5 lb., UPC 1600010610 with Better if Used by Dates of 15MAY2017KC through 24MAY2017KC
- Gold Medal Unbleached All Purpose Flour, 5 lb., UPC 1600019610 with Better if Used by Dates of 19MAY2017KC through 24MAY2017KC, 11JUN2017KC and 12 JUN2017KC
“Although most strains of E.coli are harmless, others can make you sick,” the news release said. “E.coli O121 is a potentially deadly bacterium that can cause bloody diarrhea and dehydration. Seniors, the very young and persons with compromised immune systems are the most susceptible to foodborne illness.”
Customers who have purchased any of the recalled products should discard unused portions and bring their purchase receipt to any Giant store for a full refund.
Consumers looking for additional information on the recall can call General Mills at 1-800-230-8103, or Giant Customer Service at 1-888-814-4268. Customers can also visit the GIANT website.
