Recent food recalls on jalapenos and eggs have left consumers scrambling to check their refrigerators for affected items.
But where should you even look?
Here's everything you need to know to keep yourself and your family safe.
Where to find food recalls?
If you're curious about recalled products, start by familiarizing yourself with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's recall and safety alert web page.
Here, you can see recently affected products, as well as where they may have been sold.
How to check food for recalls
Next, cross reference the database with what's in your fridge. Pay attention to recalled brands you buy, products that may have been distributed in your city or state and pay attention to the ink-printed "Best By" dates and lot codes on your food.
Kaitlyn McCormick is a Philadelphia-based
reporter writing all things trending, breaking and city-related for USA TODAY's Philadelphia Metro Connect Team.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Need to check your fridge for recalls? Here's where to look
