Taco Seasoning Recalled In Ohio Over Salmonella Concern

Taco seasoning sold at Walmarts in Ohio has been recalled because of concerns over Salmonella, Williams Foods, the production company, and FDA announced. Two varieties of the taco mix have been recalled.

Great Value Mild Taco Seasoning Mix and HEB Taco Seasoning Mix Reduced Sodium have both been recalled. The affected packages will have best if used by dates of July 8, 2021 or July 9, 2021 (for the Great Value) or July 10, July 11 or July 15, 2021 (for the HEB).

The packages are being recalled because of concern over the cumin spice used in the mixes. Williams Foods, which makes the products, said its cumin supplier found a lot potentially contaminated with Salmonella. As a precautionary action, Williams Foods is now recalling any potentially impacted products.

To date, no one has reported getting sick or complained about the recalled taco seasonings.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Salmonella is a bacteria that makes people sick.

"Most people infected with Salmonella develop diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps between 12 and 72 hours after infection. The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days, and most individuals recover without treatment. In some cases, diarrhea may be so severe that the patient needs to be hospitalized," the CDC said on its website.

About 1.2 million people become sick with Salmonella annually. Of those, 450 may die, the CDC said.