Fried rice products at Giant Eagle recalled

YOUNGSTOWN — Pittsburgh-based Giant Eagle has been informed that products containing fried rice sold in the prepared foods department are a part of a national recall due to a potential contamination with listeria.

Listeria is a type of bacterium that infects humans and other warm-blooded animals through contaminated food.

The fried rice products supplied by Garland Ventures Limited has been recalled nationally.

The Giant Eagle’s recall includes affected product purchased in-store since May 2.

At this time there are no confirmed cases of illness among Giant Eagle customers.

Customers who have purchased the affected product should not consume it, and may safely dispose of it. Customers may also bring their receipts to their local Giant Eagle where they will receive a refund.