Your Trader Joe's Basil Might Be Contaminated with Salmonella

Got some basil from Trader Joe's chilling in your fridge? It's time to give it a once-over. Infinite Herbs brand organic basil sold at TJ's has been linked to a Salmonella outbreak, and now it's under recall. Here's what you need to know:

The Trader Joe's Basil Recall:

• The culprit: Infinite Herbs brand organic basil
• The package: Those little 2.5-ounce plastic clamshell containers
• Where it was sold: Trader Joe's stores in 29 states and Washington D.C. (check the list below if you need to!). But the good news is, Trader Joe's already yanked this basil from their shelves, so you shouldn't see it anymore. States to keep an eye out for (if you bought the basil): AL, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, VA, VT, WI

What To Do If You Purchased Recalled Basil:

• Don't eat it! Toss it. Or, you can return it to Trader Joe's for a full refund. Totally up to you.
• Wash and sanitize anything that might have touched the basil, just to be safe. 
• If you're experiencing symptoms like diarrhea, fever, or stomach cramps, especially if they're pretty intense, don't hesitate to reach out to your doctor. 

What Is Salmonella?

Salmonella is a kind of bacteria that can cause foodborne illness. Most people get better on their own after a few days of not-so-fun symptoms. But for young kids, older adults, and folks with weaker immune systems, it can be more serious.

Here's the good news: By sharing this info and following these tips, we can all prevent the spread of Salmonella and keep our kitchens (and ourselves) healthy!