Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets is recalling 6,351 units of Natural Grocers brand Amaranth Grain Organic because the product may be contaminated with Salmonella. The grain is sold in 1-pound (454g) plastic bags. No illnesses or injuries have been reported to date in connection with this product.
Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, especially in young children, elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Symptoms include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.
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Label has cooking instructions: "Preparation: RINSE 1C GRAIN. BRING 3C WATER TO BOIL. ADD GRAIN. COVER. REDUCE HEAT TO SIMMER. COOK FOR 25 MIN".
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