FDA Expands Pecorino Romano Cheese Recall Due to Listeria Concerns

Why this matters: This recall highlights the importance of food safety and the potential risks associated with consuming contaminated products. Consumers should check their refrigerators for the recalled items to prevent illness.

The Ambriola Company issued an initial recall of Pecorino Romano cheese products in November due to Listeria concerns. The FDA has since reclassified this as a Class I recall, meaning there is a “reasonable probability” that exposure to the product will cause “serious adverse health consequences or death,” per the organization. This expansion includes additional products and states, underscoring the severity of the contamination. The affected products are sold under various brand names and in different sizes, both directly to consumers and in bulk for restaurants. Consumers are advised to check the lot numbers and expiration dates on their cheese products to ensure they are not subject to the recall. If products match the recall criteria, they should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase for a full refund. This situation highlights the rigorous testing and monitoring required to maintain food safety standards and protect public health.

Do not consume it. Dispose of the cheese immediately or return it to the store where you purchased it for a full refund.

Symptoms include fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions. It can also cause diarrhea and other gastrointestinal symptoms. Pregnant women, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals are at higher risk.

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