Chipotle Mexican Grill removed jalapeños from restaurants that received a suspect batch of the peppers after Minnesota health officials identified them as a likely link in a salmonella outbreak that has sickened at least 110 people in the state. The Minnesota Department of Health said it is investigating an outbreak of Salmonella Javiana tied to several Mexican-style, quick-service restaurants, with jalapeños suspected as the source. Jalapeños appear in several Chipotle menu items, including its chili-corn salsa, pico de gallo and guacamole. Minnesota officials said other states are contributing to the broader investigation without specifying which ones. Continued monitoring of the Minnesota case count and any expansion of the outbreak beyond the state is expected to remain a relevant storyline as the investigation continues.