Illinois firm recalling beef due to E. coli

updated 11:35 a.m. ET July 13, 2009

CHICAGO - Illinois-based meat company E.S. Miller Packing Co was recalling about 219 pounds of ground beef products amid concerns it could be contaminated with E.coli 0157:H7 bacteria, USDA said in statement on Monday.

No illnesses have been reported related to the recalled beef, which was distributed to consumers and several local restaurants in north central and northeast Illinois.

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