Cheese Recalls
Global Garlic of Miami, Fla., is expanding its earlier recall of 16-oz. packages of “Queso Fresco/ Whole Milk” to include (“Queso Fresco x LB(Barra)/Whole Milk Cheese.”
The products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
The 16-oz. cheese comes in a clear plastic package marked with a UPC No. 8-96211-00235-9 and an expiration date of September 19, 2017 stamped on the side.
The pound (barra) c...
Global Garlic of Miami, Fla., is recalling 227 units of Queso Fresco/ Whole Milk Cheese that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The recalled product, which comes in a 16-oz. plastic bag labeled, “DE MI PAIS” with September 19, 2017, expiration date, was sold in retail stores in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Miami, Fla., and Fairdale, Ky.
Customers who purchased the recalled product should return it to the place of purchase fo...
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Hy-Vee of West Des Moines, Iowa, is recalling Maytag Raw Milk Blue Cheese across its eight-state region.
The product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this product.
The recalled product was sold in whole wheels and cuts, and re-packaged in foil or clear plastic wrap with scale labels in various weights. Blue cheese crumbles were also sold in plastic containers.
All product was labeled as "Maytag Blue Raw Milk," "Maytag Blue" or "Maytag Iowa Blue Cheese" and with PLU numbers beginning with 854089001 and with "use by" dates between Jan. 20, 2016 and May 3, 2016.
It was sold from cheese cases in all of Hy-Vee's 240 stores in Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin between November 20, 2015 and March 2, 2016.
What to do
Customers who purchased this product should discard it or return it to their local Hy-Vee store for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact Hy-Vee customer care representatives 24/7 at 1-800-722-4098.
Hy-Vee of West Des Moines, Iowa, is recalling Maytag Raw Milk Blue Cheese across its eight-state region.
The product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this product.
The recalled product was sold in whole wheels and cuts, and re-packaged in foil or clear plastic wrap with scale labels in various weights. Blue cheese crumbles were also sold in plastic containers.
All product was labeled as "Maytag Blue ...
Kraft Foods Group is voluntarily recalling some varieties of Kraft and Polly-O String Cheese and String Cheese Twists products.
These products may spoil before their "Best When Used By" code dates, leading to product discoloration. The affected products all have code dates from October 25, 2013, through February 11, 2014.
Approximately 735,000 cases of the affected product, which was produced in Campbell, N.Y., were shipped to customers across the United States. The affected product was not distributed in Canada.
The following varieties are being recalled:
Consumers can find the "Best When Used By" date on the back of multi-count packages toward the bottom. For string cheese products labeled for individual sale, the "Best When Used By" date is on the bottom front of the package.
No other Kraft or Polly-O String Cheese or String Cheese Twists products -- or any other Kraft Foods or Polly-O products -- are being recalled.
Consumers who purchased any product listed above should not eat it. They should return it to the store where purchased for an exchange or full refund.
Consumers also can contact Kraft Foods Consumer Relations at 1-800-816-9432 between 9 am and 6 pm (Eastern).
Kraft Foods Group is voluntarily recalling some varieties of Kraft and Polly-O String Cheese and String Cheese Twists products.
These products may spoil before their "Best When Used By" code dates, leading to product discoloration. The affected products all have code dates from October 25, 2013, through February 11, 2014.
Approximately 735,000 cases of the affected product, which was produced in Campbell, N.Y., were shipped to customers across the United States. The affec...
The Cultured Kitchen of West Sacramento, Calif., is recalling all flavors of its non-dairy cashew cheese product.
The raw materials used in the production of the cashew cheese product may have been tainted with a specific strain of Salmonella found almost exclusively in Southeast Asia, the source of the company’s cashews.
The recalled product was distributed in Northern California and Nevada at various natural foods stores and farmers markets in the Sacramento Valley, San Francisco Bay Area and Reno.
The cashew cheese products being recalled by The Cultured Kitchen are as follows:
| UPC Code | Flavor | All Expiration Dates Up To and Including 4/19/14 | Container Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 794504922714 | Herb | 4/19/14 | 8 oz round |
| 736211709134 | Smoked Cheddar | 4/19/14 | 8 oz round |
| 794504922615 | Pepper Jack | 4/19/14 | 8 oz round |
| 794504922813 | Habañero Cilantro Lime | 4/19/14 | 8 oz round |
794504851120 | Pesto or Basil Pesto | 4/19/14 | 8 oz round |
| 794504924015 | White Cheddar | 4/19/14 | 8 oz round |
Consumers who have purchased the recalled product with the above expiration date ranges are urged to return it to their place of purchase for a full refund or dispose of it immediately.
Contact The Cultured Kitchen at 916-212-0810 for more information.
The Cultured Kitchen of West Sacramento, Calif., is recalling all flavors of its non-dairy cashew cheese product.
The raw materials used in the production of the cashew cheese product may have been tainted with a specific strain of Salmonella found almost exclusively in Southeast Asia, the source of the company’s cashews.
The recalled product was distributed in Northern California and Nevada at various natural foods stores and farmers markets in the Sacramento Valle...
The Kraft Heinz Company is recalling select code dates and manufacturing codes of Kraft Singles individually-wrapped slices.
A thin strip of the individual packaging film may remain adhered to the slice after the wrapper has been removed, potentially causing a choking hazard.
There have been 10 consumer complaints to date about the packaging, including 3 reports of consumers choking.
The recall applies to 3-lb. and 4-lb. sizes of Kraft Singles American and White American pasteurized prepared cheese product with a Best When Used By Date of 29 DEC 15 through 04 JAN 16, followed by the Manufacturing Code S54 or S55.
The Best When Used By Date and Manufacturing Code are stamped on both the larger 3-lb. and 4-lb. boxes and the enclosed individual 1-lb. packages.
The following products are being recalled:
| Product | 3 or 4 lb Box Best When Used By Code Date | 1 lb Package Best When Used By Code Date | 3 or 4 lb Box UPC | 1 lb Package UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 LB Kraft Singles American | 29 DEC 15 S54 30 DEC 15 S54 31 DEC 15 S54 01 JAN 16 S54 | 29 DEC 15 S 54 29 DEC 15 S 55 30 DEC 15 S 54 30 DEC 15 S 55 31 DEC 15 S 54 31 DEC 15 S 55 01 JAN 16 S 54 01 JAN 16 S 55 | 0 2100063360 9 | No UPC - Clear outer wrapper |
| 3 LB Kraft Singles American | 30 DEC 15 S54 31 DEC 15 S54 03 JAN 16 S54 04 JAN 16 S54 | 30 DEC 15 S 54 30 DEC 15 S 55 31 DEC 15 S 54 31 DEC 15 S 55 03 JAN 16 S54 03 JAN 16 S55 04 JAN 16 S54 04 JAN 16 S55 | 0 2100060491 3 | 0 2100061526 1 |
| 3 LB Kraft Singles White American | 02 JAN 16 S 54 03 JAN 16 S 54 | 02 JAN 16 S 54 02 JAN 16 S 55 03 JAN 16 S 54 03 JAN 16 S 55 | 0 2100061582 7 | 0 2100061527 8 |
| 4 LB Kraft Singles White American | 02 JAN 16 S 54 | 02 JAN 16 S 54 02 JAN 16 S 55 | 0 2100063448 4 | No UPC - Clear outer wrapper |
Approximately 36,000 cases of the recalled product were shipped by Kraft Heinz to retailers in the U.S., Puerto Rico and Grand Cayman. The product was NOT shipped to Canada.
Customers who purchased this product should not eat it, but should return it to the store where purchased for an exchange or full refund.
Consumers may contact Kraft Heinz consumer relations for a full refund, at 1-800-432-3101, Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm (ET).
The Kraft Heinz Company is recalling select code dates and manufacturing codes of Kraft Singles individually-wrapped slices.
A thin strip of the individual packaging film may remain adhered to the slice after the wrapper has been removed, potentially causing a choking hazard.
There have been 10 consumer complaints to date about the packaging, including 3 reports of consumers choking.
The recall applies to 3-lb. and 4-lb. sizes of Kraft Singles American and White America...
The Kraft Heinz Company is expanding its earlier recall of select code dates and manufacturing codes of individually-wrapped American slices.
A thin strip of the individual packaging film may remain adhered to the slice after the wrapper has been removed, potentially causing a choking hazard.
The expansion of the recall follows two new consumer complaints of choking in connection with the packaging issue.
The product list below is inclusive of the previously recalled 3 LB and 4 LB sizes of Kraft Singles American and White American pasteurized prepared cheese product with a “Best When Used By” date of 29 DEC 15 through 04 JAN 16, followed by the Manufacturing Code S54 or S55.
| Product | 3 or 4 lb Sell Unit Best When Used By Code Date | 1 lb Package Best When Used By Code Date | 3 or 4 lb Sell Unit UPC | 1 lb Package UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 LB Kraft Singles American | 13 DEC 15 S54 through 18 FEB 16 S54 | 13 DEC 15 S54 through 18 FEB 16 S54
AND 13 DEC 15 S55 through 18 FEB 16 S55 | 0 2100063360 9 | No UPC - Clear film |
| 3 LB Kraft Singles American (Three - 1 LB packages) | 14 DEC 15 S54 through 18 FEB 16 S 54 | 14 DEC 15 S54 through 18 FEB 16 S54
AND 14 DEC 15 S55 through 18 FEB 16 S55 | 0 2100060491 3 | 0 2100061526 1 |
| 3 LB Kraft Singles White American | 12 JAN 16 S 54 | 12 JAN 16 S 54
AND 12 JAN 16 S 55 | 0 2100061582 7 | 0 2100061527 8 |
| 4 LB Kraft Singles White American | 12 DEC 15 S54 through 13 FEB 16 S54 | 12 DEC 15 S54 through 13 FEB 16 S54
AND 12 DEC 15 S55 through 13 FEB 16 S55 | 0 2100063448 4 | No UPC - Clear film |
| 1 LB Kraft Singles | NA | 24 JAN 16 S54 through 06 FEB 16 S54
AND 24 JAN 16 S55 through 06 FEB 16 S55 | NA | 0 2100061526 1 |
| 1 LB Kraft Singles White American | NA | 11 JAN 16 S54
AND 11 JAN 16 S55 | NA | 0 2100061527 8 |
| 3 LB Kraft Singles American (72 individually - wrapped Singles in cardboard carton) | 09 DEC 15 S54 through 19 FEB 16 S54 | NA | 0 2100060491 3 | No UPC - Clear film |
| 3 LB Deli Deluxe Kraft American Single | 21 JAN 16 S54 through 02 MAR 16 S54 | 21 JAN 16 S54 through 02 MAR 16 S54
AND 21 JAN 16 S55 through 02 MAR 16 S55 | 0 2100001386 9 | No UPC - Clear film |
| Product | 3 or 4 lb Box Best When Used By Code Date | 1 lb Package Best When Used By Code Date | 3 or 4 lb Box UPC | 1 lb Package UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 LB Kraft Singles American | 29 DEC 15 S54 through 01 JAN 16 S54 | 29 DEC 15 S54 through 01 JAN 16 S54
AND 29 DEC 15 S55 through 01 JAN 16 S55 | 0 2100063360 9 | No UPC - Clear outer wrapper |
| 3 LB Kraft Singles American | 30 DEC 15 S54 through 04 JAN 16 S54 | 30 DEC 15 S54 through 04 JAN 16 S54
AND 30 DEC 15 S55 through 04 JAN 16 S55 | 0 2100060491 3 | 0 2100061526 1 |
| 3 LB Kraft Singles White American | 02 JAN 16 S 54 through 03 JAN 16 S 54 | 02 JAN 16 S54 through 03 JAN 16 S54
AND 02 JAN 16 S55 through 03 JAN 16 S55 | 0 2100061582 7 | 0 2100061527 8 |
| 4 LB Kraft Singles White American | 02 JAN 16 S 54 | 02 JAN 16 S54
AND 02 JAN 16 S55 | 0 2100063448 4 | No UPC - Clear outer wrapper |
Only products with the S54 and S55 codes, which refer to the two production lines on which the impacted product was made, are included in this recall. The “Best When Used By” Date and Manufacturing Code are stamped on both the outer box and the individual packages.
Approximately 335,000 additional cases of the recalled product were shipped by Kraft Heinz to retailers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico, Anguilla, Bahamas, Belize, Bermuda, Cayman Islands Grand Cayman, Netherland Antilles, Saint Kitts and Nevis, South Korea, St. Lucia and British Virgin Islands.
Customers who purchased this product should not eat it, but return it to the store where purchased for an exchange or full refund.
Consumers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico may contact Kraft Heinz consumer relations for a full refund, at 1-800-432-3101, Monday – Friday, 9 am – 6 pm (ET).
The Kraft Heinz Company is expanding its earlier recall of select code dates and manufacturing codes of individually-wrapped American slices.
A thin strip of the individual packaging film may remain adhered to the slice after the wrapper has been removed, potentially causing a choking hazard.
The expansion of the recall follows two new consumer complaints of choking in connection with the packaging issue.
The product list below is inclusive of the previously recalled 3 ...
MDS Foods is expanding its earlier recall of cheese products.
Deutsch Kase Haus of Middlebury, Ind., supplied MDS Foods with cheeses that have been found to be contaminated with the pathogenic organism Listeria monocytogenes.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The following items are being recalled due to supplier contamination:
The following items, packaged on the same production lines as those listed above, are being recalled:
Customers who purchased the recalled pro...
Truitt Brothers Inc. of East Bernstadt, Ky., is recalling approximately 1.77 million pounds of shelf-stable pasta and ground beef products because of misbranding and an undeclared allergen.
The products are formulated with hydrolyzed soy protein and dried soy sauce, known allergens that are not declared on some labels.
There are no reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products.
The products subject to recall include:
- 3.3-pound cases containing six, 9-ounce microwaveable containers of “Kraft Velveeta Cheesy Skillets SINGLES – ULTIMATE CHEESEBURGER MAC” [a macaroni & cheese product] with a Used By/Sell By date code of “02 MARCH 2014 – 23 OCT 2014.” Identifying case codes are: 00210000432900, 00210000432910, 00210000432925, 00210000464000 and 00210000465100.
The products were produced between May 6, 2013 and Jan. 16, 2014 and shipped to Kraft Foods distribution centers and retail locations nationwide.
No other Velveeta or Kraft products are affected by this recall.
Consumers with questions about the recall should contact the Kraft Foods Consumer Relations Center at 1-800-396-5512.
Truitt Brothers Inc. of East Bernstadt, Ky., is recalling approximately 1.77 million pounds of shelf-stable pasta and ground beef products because of misbranding and an undeclared allergen.
The products are formulated with hydrolyzed soy protein and dried soy sauce, known allergens that are not declared on some labels.
There are no reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products.
The products subject to recall include:
The products were produced between Ma...
Flat Creek Farm & Dairy of Swainsboro, Ga., is correcting information contained in an earlier recall of its Heavenly Blue Cheese and Aztec Cheddar cheese.
The lot number that appears on the Aztec Cheddar cheese is 130823XCAZ, not 130823XAZ as previously reported. As of December 24, 2013, all customers that purchased the product had been notified and all products have been either recovered or destroyed.
The 90 pounds of Heavenly Blue and 78 pounds of Aztec Cheddar cheese, were recalled because of potential contamination by Salmonella.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The cheeses were distributed in certain parts of Georgia and Florida and (6) online orders (www.flatcreekdairy.com), which have all been notified. The product was packed in clear plastic and ranged in sizes from ½ pound to whole wheels. T
he recall was specific to product marked with the lot codes 130916XHB (Heavenly Blue) and 130823XCAZ (Aztec Cheddar), which can be found on the front of the package.
The recall was the result of a routine sampling program conducted by the Georgia Department of Agriculture, which revealed that the finished products were potentially contaminated.
Consumers with concerns about this recall may call Flat Creek Dairy & Farm at 478-237-0123 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Flat Creek Farm & Dairy of Swainsboro, Ga., is correcting information contained in an earlier recall of its Heavenly Blue Cheese and Aztec Cheddar cheese.
The lot number that appears on the Aztec Cheddar cheese is 130823XCAZ, not 130823XAZ as previously reported. As of December 24, 2013, all customers that purchased the product had been notified and all products have been either recovered or destroyed.
The 90 pounds of Heavenly Blue and 78 pounds of Aztec Cheddar chee...
Lakeview Cheese and Bashas’ Family of Stores are recalling various types of Colby cheese that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The following nine Colby cheese products, including fixed-weight and bulk- cut, random-weight items, are being recalled:
The recalled products, manufactured by Guggisberg Cheese and by Deutsch Kase Haus, were distributed by Lakeview Cheese to Bashas’ Family of Stores, and sold in Bashas’ and ...
Lipari Foods is recalling various bulk and retail cheeses manufactured by Deutsch Kase Haus.
The products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
The following products, distributed under the Copperwood and Lipari Old Tyme brand names, are being recalled:
The recalled products were distributed to food service and retail stores throughout Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvani...
Ste Fromagere du Livradois of Fournols, France, is recalling Haut Livradois brand Raclette and Montboissie cheeses – lot#350.
The products may be contaminated with Salmonella.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The products were distributed nationwide in supermarkets and gourmet stores between March 10th, 2014, and May 6th, 2014.
Raclette du Haut Livradois and Montboissie du Haut Livradois -- lot # 350 -- come as a 13-lb wheel and are usually cut and wrapped. The Montboissie has a vegetable ash line in the middle of the cheese. The Raclette does not.
Distributors and retailers are being contacted in an effort to recall any and all remaining product in the marketplace.
Consumers who have purchased the recalled products should contact their distributor or retailer for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact Ste Fromagere du Livradois at (201) 448 8787 Monday-Friday from 9am to 5pm (EST).
Ste Fromagere du Livradois of Fournols, France, is recalling Haut Livradois brand Raclette and Montboissie cheeses – lot#350.
The products may be contaminated with Salmonella.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The products were distributed nationwide in supermarkets and gourmet stores between March 10th, 2014, and May 6th, 2014.
Raclette du Haut Livradois and Montboissie du Haut Livradois -- lot # 350 -- come as a 13-lb wheel and are usually cut and wrapped. Th...
Arthur Schuman Inc. of Fairfield, N.J., is recalling 30,200 lbs. of Bella Rosa Grated Parmesan Cheese.
The product may contain egg, an allergen not listed on the label.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The recalled product (UPC 088231410041) was sold exclusively through BJ's Wholesale Clubs in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Florida and Ohio.
The product is packaged in 1.25- lb. PET jars with "sell by" dates (July 13, 2015, August 17, 2015, and September 10, 2015) printed on the side of the jar just below the lid.
Customers who purchased the recalled product should return it to any BJ's Wholesale Club store for full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact Arthur Schuman directly at 973-787-8840, Monday – Friday 8am - 5pm (EST).
Arthur Schuman Inc. of Fairfield, N.J., is recalling 30,200 lbs. of Bella Rosa Grated Parmesan Cheese.
The product may contain egg, an allergen not listed on the label.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The recalled product (UPC 088231410041) was sold exclusively through BJ's Wholesale Clubs in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Florida and Ohio.
The product is packaged ...
Forever Cheese of Long Island City, N.Y., is recalling 40 cases of Mitica brand Pecorino Aged Cheese in Walnut Leaves (Pecorino Foglie di Noci).
The product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
There have been no reported illnesses related to this potential contamination to date.
The recalled product is from one production code NOC15313 (found on shipping case only) and invoiced as Lot X2537 which the retailer or distributor would be familiar with. Each shipping case contains two wheels of varying weights; each wheel weighs a minimum of 2 lbs. It has a natural grayish rind, and will be labeled at the point of sale at the retail level or on a restaurant menu.
The cheese was shipped to distributors between January 27 and February 3, 2016, and was further sold to retailers and restaurants located in Los Angeles, Cleveland, Philadelphia, New York, Colorado, Vermont, Virginia, Florida and Connecticut.
What to do
Customers should not consume product, but contact the retailer or the company for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact Sarah Weisensel at 1-888-930-8693, Monday through Friday, 9 am – 5 pm (EST).
Forever Cheese of Long Island City, N.Y., is recalling 40 cases of Mitica brand Pecorino Aged Cheese in Walnut Leaves (Pecorino Foglie di Noci).
The product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
There have been no reported illnesses related to this potential contamination to date.
The recalled product is from one production code NOC15313 (found on shipping case only) and invoiced as Lot X2537 which the retailer or distributor would be familiar with. Each shippin...
Maytag Dairy Farms of Newton, Iowa, is expanding its earlier recall Maytag Raw Milk Blue Cheese.
The product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
The expanded recall adds lot # 150482, which includes roughly 1,100 pounds of cheese, some of which has been distributed to retail locations prior to the initial recall, which was for lot # 150481.
There have been no reported illnesses linked to the product to date.
What to do
Customers who purchased this product should not consume it.
Customers may call Maytag Dairy Farms at 800-247-2458 or 641-791-2010 to arrange for a refund and return of the product.
Maytag Dairy Farms of Newton, Iowa, is expanding its earlier recall Maytag Raw Milk Blue Cheese.
The product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
The expanded recall adds lot # 150482, which includes roughly 1,100 pounds of cheese, some of which has been distributed to retail locations prior to the initial recall, which was for lot # 150481.
There have been no reported illnesses linked to the product to date.
Customers who purchased this product should not consu...
Saputo Inc. has initiated a recall of certain Gouda cheese products over concerns of a potential listeria contamination. Supplier Deutsch Kase Haus LLC notified the company of the danger after finding that its products may have been compromised
Listeria monocytogenes is an organism that can be potentialy fatal to young children, the elderly, or consumers with frail or compromised immune systems. However, even healthy consumers can experience symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarhhea. Pregnant women who are infected stand the chance of having a miscarriage or stillbirth.
The recall covers two products -- Great Midwest Applewood Smoked Gouda Cheese and Dutchmark Pasteurized Processed Smoked Gouda Cheese. Both were sold nationwide, primarily in retail stores and at deli counters.
Information on the brand, product, pack size, universal product code (UPC), and "Sell By" date can be found below. No illnesses have been associated with this recall thus far.
What to do
Consumers who have purchased either recalled product are urged to dispose of it or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you are concerned about any illness or injury as a result of consuming the product, contact your healthcare provider immediately.
For more information, consumers can contact the company at 1-877-578-1510, Monday through Frida, between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. EST.
Saputo Inc. has initiated a recall of certain Gouda cheese products over concerns of a potential listeria contamination. Supplier Deutsch Kase Haus LLC notified the company of the danger after finding that its products may have been compromised
Listeria monocytogenes is an organism that can be potentialy fatal to young children, the elderly, or consumers with frail or compromised immune systems. However, even healthy consumers can experience symptoms such as high fever, ...