Sabra recalling hummus over contamination fears

Sabra Dipping Co. is recalling about 30,000 cases of its hummus over fears of possible listeria contamination, the second such scare this week.

{mosads}The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development discovered the potential contamination during an inspection at a supermarket in Port Huron, according to the Detroit Free Press.

There are currently no reported illnesses stemming from the potential contamination, according to a release from the company posted by the Food and Drug Administration.

Listeria can cause short-term symptoms, including high fever, headaches and nausea in healthy people, but could be dangerous or even fatal for young children, the elderly or those with compromised immune systems, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.

The bacterium, which spreads from the gastrointestinal tract, can also prompt miscarriages and stillbirths in pregnant women.

The recall comes right after Blue Bell Ice Cream, a popular brand in the Southwest, recalled a number of ice cream products made in an Oklahoma plant because of fear of listeria contamination. The recall was the company’s first in 108 years.

“We are devastated and know that Blue Bell has to be and can be better than this,” Paul Kruse, Blue Bell CEO and president, said in a statement.

“Quality and safety have always been our top priorities. We are deeply saddened and concerned for all those who have been affected.”