Products Recalled:
Orval Kent and Yoder's brands Amish Macaroni Salad

Product Information:
The following products are subject to recall:

• Orval Kent Amish Macaroni Salad, 5 pound container, Use By 6/12/08,  UPC 7945368281

• Yoder's Amish Macaroni Salad, 1 pound container, Use By 6/7/08, UPC 7347468281

• Yoder's Amish Macaroni Salad, 2 pound container, Use by 6/7/08,  UPC 7347401045

• Yoder's Amish Macaroni Salad, 5 pound container, Use By 6/7/08, UPC 7347488729

Recalling Firm:
Orval Kent Foods

Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-544-1246.

Problem/Reason for Recall:
The recalled product may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7.  E. coli O157:H7 infections can cause diarrhea (bloody or nonbloody), dehydration, abdominal cramps, and in severe cases a serious condition involving kidney failure called Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS).  The very young, the elderly, and persons with compromised immune systems are the most susceptible to foodborne illness.  People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention.

No illnesses have been reported in connection with the recalled product.

This voluntary action is being taken in response to the results of a test conducted on a single package of Amish Macaroni Salad by the Ohio Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Food Safety, for E. coli O157:H7

No other Yoder's or Orval Kent deli salads, or other code dates or UPC's of the Amish Macaroni Salad are included in this recall.

Consumers are urged to return all un-opened containers to their place of purchase for a full refund.

Amount recalled:   23,000 pounds

Distribution:
This specific product was shipped to customers who have distribution to retail and food service establishments in the following areas:  Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.

Press Release:   Yes 

FDA for more information