Meijer Stores has issued a produce recall for vegetables packaged under the Meijer label.  Items purchased between September 27 and October 10 may be a health risk due to contamination from Listeria Monocytogenes.  Access the link to see if you currently have these products in your home and dispose of them immediately.

Although Ohioans may be clear of the storm many of us have loved ones who are dealing with the aftermath of Irma’s devastation.  Healthful food preparation will be important in the days ahead as people put their lives back together.   The absence of electricity presents major challenges for consuming a healthful diet.  The following links can assist with guidance on how to manage until traditional cooking methods are once again the norm.

For more information visit USDA Cooking with Limited Resources

Food product recalls can be concerning when there isn’t sufficient information to investigate home inventories.  Now with the click of an app, suspicious products can be discovered and disposed of without question.  A smart phone can bring food safety to your kitchen and keep loved ones safe from threats of foodborne illness. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDAOC/bulletins/1b3d063