A company that packages frozen vegetables announced a voluntary recall, because the packages may contain glass fragments.
The vegetables are sold by Walmart nationwide and Kroger stores in the Southeast.
While there have been no reports of injuries, the Pictsweet company of Bells, Tennessee, is advising the public not to eat the recalled store-brand vegetables because of the potential for harm.
Consumers should return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. The recall covers Kroger Green Peas, Kroger Peas and Carrots, Great Value Steamable Sweet Peas, and Great Value Steamable Mixed Vegatables.
Here are the specific codes you need to check packages in your freezer:
- Kroger 12-ounce Green Peas (UPC 11110 89736). Production Codes of 1440BU, 1440BV, 1440BW, and 1600BD.
- Kroger 12-ounce Peas and Carrots (UPC 11110 89741). Production Codes of 1960BD and 1960BE.
- Great Value 12-ounce Steamable Sweet Peas (UPC 78742 08369). Best by dates of July 20, 2012; July 21, 2012.
- Great Value 12-ounce Steamable Mixed Vegetables (UPC 78742 08026). Best by date of July 15, 2012.
Consumers with questions may contact Pictsweet toll-free at 1-800-367-7412, extension 417, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time, Monday through Friday.
