Alaska Announces Recall of Velveeta Shells

Alaska state officials are announcing the recall of three varieties of Velveeta Shells & Cheese microwaveable cups, saying the products possibly contain small pieces of wire bristle.

The state Department of Environmental Conservation says the products recalled by Kraft Foods Global Inc. are Shells & Cheese Original, Shells & Cheese made with 2 percent milk and Shells & Cheese Broccoli.

The products have various “best when used by” dates between March 2012 and May 2012.

DEC officials say the products were distributed in Alaska.

Officials say there have been no reports of injuries.