CDC warns of salmonella outbreak linked to contaminated basil sold at Trader Joe’s that has sickened 12 people in multiple states

Health officials are warning of a food poisoning outbreak linked to basil sold at Trader Joe’s.

At least 12 people in seven states have been sickened with salmonella after eating Infinite Herbs organic basil – including one who was hospitalized.

Customers are being urged to throw away the products which were sold in 2.5 oz clamshell-style containers.