Minneapolis, MN – Health officials have linked recent cases of Salmonella illness in Minnesota and Wisconsin to a specific brand of imported pistachio cream that was recalled nationwide this summer.
According to the FDA, a multistate outbreak investigation concluded this week after four illnesses—three in Minnesota and one in Wisconsin—were traced to Emek Spread Pistachio Cacao Cream with Kadayıf. The product, which originated from Emek Dogal Saglik Ürünleri in Turkey, tested positive for a strain of Salmonella that matched clinical cases reported in the two Midwest states.
The affected jars were sold at World Market retail locations and recalled on July 14. Consumers are urged to discard any 7.0-oz jars of Emek Spread Pistachio Cacao Cream with the UPC 8692621003139 and best-before date of April 01, 2027. Additional products, including Emek Pistachio Cream without Kadayıf, may also be involved, but further testing is underway.
The FDA reports that no deaths were associated with the outbreak, though one person was hospitalized. The last known case was reported on May 19.
Salmonella symptoms typically begin within 12 to 72 hours after consumption and include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. Most healthy individuals recover without treatment, but young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk for severe illness.
FDA and CDC partners tested retail and import samples, ultimately confirming the genetic match to the outbreak strain in both product and patient samples. While the source of contamination is still under investigation, officials confirm the recalled lots should no longer be on store shelves.
Consumers who still have affected products should not eat them and may contact World Market for disposal instructions or refunds.
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