E. coli fears have prompted a recall of over 40,000 pounds of ground beef in Texas, according to recent news reports.
The beef was distributed by Palo Duro Meat in Georgia for the National School Lunch Program in district schools.
The sample tested positive for E. coli o157:H7, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Services. They have attributed the shipment of the tainted meat to a “sample tracking error” when a batch of meat that was in question was accidentally shipped.
E.coli, especially this strain, is dangerous to everyone, but particularly the elderly, young children, and those with compromised immune systems.
According to the Food Safety and Inspection Services, all meat should be cooked to 160 degrees Fahrenheit to kill bacteria. They recommend using a food thermometer.
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