Back away from the Pistachios

Not another one! It's scary to think that our food supply is so vulnerable...

Not long ago it was peanuts; now it’s pistachios. Fortunately, in this case, it appears that those involved are working to react appropriately to potential contamination issues.

Risking Lives for Peanuts?

The peanut salmonella outbreak quickly caused outrage. It was alleged that serious sanitation issues were neglected and perhaps covered up, that products may have been knowingly sold despite contamination.

I can’t think of a punishment horrible enough for anyone (if proven) to have risked the lives of others just to make a buck.

Better Safe than Sorry

At this time, the source of possible salmonella contamination concerning pistachios is still being tracked. The FDA has advised all sources “not to sell or serve any pistachios or pistachio-containing products until the source of the pistachios can be determined.”

It may be best to avoid pistachio nuts or other products until more information is available, including previously purchased products.

While my faith in the FDA's ability to protect our food supply doesn't exactly make me rest easy, there is more information available at the FDA Website that may prove useful.