Federal health officials said Monday that three states in two states were sick from salmonella poisoning associated with pistachio cream, a nut butter used in desserts and other dishes.
Between March 10 and May 19, three people in Minnesota and three people in New Jersey fell ill, including one hospitalized. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the outbreak is related to Emek brand pistachio cream, dated October 19.
The sauce may be packaged in 11 lbs (5 kg) bathtub, imported from Türkiye and sold online to wholesale distributors, restaurants and food service locations nationwide. The CDC says it has a production code of 241019. Products should not be sold, distributed or offered.
Symptoms of salmonella poisoning can occur within hours or days after consumption of contaminated food, including diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. Most people recover within a week, but some may get so ill that they cannot be hospitalized. Toddlers, over 65 years of age and those with weak immune systems face the greatest risks.
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