Wrong Nuts Prompt Ben & Jerry’s Recall

Ben & Jerry’s Homemade Inc. is recalling 80,000 pints of Peanut Butter Cup ice cream because they may contain nuts other than peanuts. The South Burlington-based company issued a nationwide allergy alert for pints with expiration dates before Oct. 26, 2001. Pints dated after that are labeled as possibly containing the nuts. Only individuals who are allergic to tree nuts risk a reaction from eating the ice cream, company officials said. So far, six consumers have reported allergic reactions. The dates appear on the bottom of the containers. No other Ben & Jerry’s ice cream flavors have been affected. Consumers who have questions should contact the company at (800) 637-7691.