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Posted: 10:08 AM Nov 5, 2009
Georgia Food Recall
Foods recalled for allergens not listed in ingredients. Reporter: Press Release |
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Georgia Department Of Agriculture Press Release:
Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tommy Irvin alerts consumers to the recall of some cookies that contain a milk ingredient not listed on the packaging label.
The Charleston Cookie Company, Charleston, SC is recalling packages of it almond cookies that are a component of the Dean & Deluca "Americana" cookie collection. The cookies contain butter, a milk product that is not listed on the packaging.
Those with allergies to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The cookies are sold by catalog and online and come in a six-ounce, clear plastic package sold with five other flavors of cookies in a 36-ounce silver tin container. The product does not have a production code or UPC designation.
Those who have purchased the product may return it to place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions should call the Charleston Cookie Company at (843) 762-4185.
Commissioner Irvin also is alerting the public to a hot chocolate recall which may contain tree nuts which are not listed on the label:
Pelican Bay Ltd of Dunedin, Fla., is recalling all of its Caramel Chocolate Truffle Hot Chocolate Mix distributed from January 2007 through November 2, 2009. The mix was sold through direct delivery, mail order and retail stores and shipped to Canada, United Kingdom, Japan, and the Netherlands.
People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to tree nuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. No illnesses have been reported to the company at this time.
Those who have purchased the mix are urged to call 1-800-826-8982, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST for information on returns and replacement.
“Our Consumer Protection inspectors will be checking grocery stores and warehouses to make sure the recalled mix is removed from sale,” said Commissioner Irvin.

















