Ritz Crackers recalled

If you're a fan of Ritz crackers, you may want to check your pantry. Mondelēz Global, the company that owns the Ritz brand, has issued a voluntary recall of some of its products due to the possibility of Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

The recalled products include:

• Ritz Crisp & Thins Original, 7.6 oz. boxes, with best buy dates of June 10, 2023 through September 15, 2023
• Ritz Crisp & Thins Everything, 7.6 oz. boxes, with best buy dates of June 13, 2023 through September 19, 2023

Listeria monocytogenes is a type of bacteria that can cause serious illness, especially in young children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems. Symptoms of Listeria infection can include fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In severe cases, Listeria infection can lead to sepsis, meningitis, or even death.

Mondelēz Global has not received any reports of illness related to the recalled products, but it is urging consumers to discard any products that meet the criteria above. Consumers can contact the company for a full refund.

This recall is a reminder that it's important to be aware of the food that you are eating and to follow safe food handling practices, such as washing your hands thoroughly before and after handling food, and cooking food to the proper temperature.

If you have any questions about the recall, you can call Mondelēz Global at 1-800-333-7489.