SunSprout Enterprises, Inc., Omaha, Nebraska, has initiated a recall of Alfalfa Sprouts, Onion Sprouts, and Gourmet Sprouts  due to contamination with Salmonella St. Paul.

The sprouts were sold refrigerated under the SunSprouts label in 4-oz. clear plastic clamshell containers that have the following “Best If Sold By” dates in the upper right-hand corner on each container, which may be expressed in two different styles:  30209 or MAR 02 2009, 30409 or MAR 04 2009, 30709 or MAR 07 2009, 30909 or MAR 09 2009, 31109 or MAR 11 2009, and 31409 or MAR 14 2009.  The lot numbers, which are printed only on the shipping case, include:  3102, 3202, 3302, 4102, 4202, and 4302. 

The bar code for the retail packages of Alfalfa Sprouts is 815098001088;  the bar code for the Onion Sprouts is 815098002054; and the bar code for the Gourmet Sprouts is 817180000153.  The Alfalfa Sprouts are also packaged in bulk 2.5-lb. and 5-lb. cases for use in restaurants.  The Onion Sprouts and Gourmet Sprouts are not packaged in bulk form.

Over 120 people have been sickened in 5 states (Nebraska, Kansas, South Dakota, Colorado, and Iowa) as a result of this outbreak. 

If you contracted salmonella after consuming these products, call our toll free number at 1-888-335-4901 for a free consultation.