Ralphs Recalls Spinach with Possible Salmonella Contamination

Calling alll spinach eaters: Private Selections Organic Baby Spinach in a 5-ounce package is being recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.

The product, which is sold at Ralph stores in Laguna Niguel and Dana Point has UPC number 0-11110-91128-5 and a best by date of 5-25-12.

Salmonella was detected during a random U.S. Department of Agriculture inspection, according to Food Safety News.

Center for Disease Control and Prevention defines salmonella as: "Salmonellosis is an infection with bacteria called Salmonella. Most persons infected with Salmonella develop diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps 12 to 72 hours after infection. The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days, and most persons recover without treatment. However, in some persons, the diarrhea may be so severe that the patient needs to be hospitalized."

If you have purchased this product, bring it back to the store for a full refund.

The spinach ships from Taylor Farms Retail in Salinas, Calif.

For more information about the recall contact Taylor Farms Retail at 866-508-7048.