Illinois Nut Maker Recalls Snack Mixes Over Salmonella Risk

An Illinois food manufacturer is recalling several snack products over concerns they may contain salmonella-tainted ingredients, according to a Food and Drug Administration recall notice.

John B. Sanfilippo and Son produced the affected nut mixes and corn mix, sold under the brand names Southern Style Nuts, Fisher, Squirrel Brand and Good & Gather.

Target stores carried the Good & Gather Mexican street corn-inspired trail mix. The other products went to various retail stores, online sellers and QVC, the FDA notice said.

The mixes include dry milk powder recalled earlier by California Dairies. The FDA noted the seasoning tested negative for salmonella before use, and John B. Sanfilippo and Son launched the recall as a precautionary measure.

"Consumers who have recently purchased the items listed below should not consume these products and should return them to the store of purchase for a full refund or replacement," the FDA said in the notice.

Salmonella, a bacterial illness, spreads through contaminated food or water. It can lead to serious, sometimes fatal infections in young children, pregnant women, older adults and those with weakened immune systems.