Several varieties of cheese sold at Aldi, Market Basket, and other retailers have been recalled due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious and potentially fatal infections. The cheese was produced at a plant in Lena, Illinois, and has been distributed to stores nationwide.
The following cheese products have been recalled:
* Aldi Burrata 4oz
Listeria Recall: Aldi, Market Basket, and Other Retailers Recall Cheese Due to Contamination
* Aldi Dairy Farms Burrata 4oz
* Aldi La Panzanella Burrata 4oz
* Market Basket Burrata 4oz
* Market Basket Dairy Farms Burrata 4oz
* Meijer Burrata 4oz
* Meijer Dairy Farms Burrata 4oz
* Shaw's Burrata 4oz
* Shaw's Dairy Farms Burrata 4oz
* Hy-Vee Burrata 4oz
* Hy-Vee Dairy Farms Burrata 4oz
Listeriosis is a serious infection caused by the Listeria bacteria. Symptoms can include fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In severe cases, listeriosis can lead to meningitis, sepsis, and miscarriage in pregnant women.
The recalled cheese was distributed to Aldi, Market Basket, Meijer, Shaw's, and Hy-Vee stores in 10 states: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
Consumers who have purchased any of the recalled cheese products should not consume them. The cheese should be discarded or returned to the store for a refund. Consumers who have consumed the recalled cheese and are experiencing symptoms should contact their healthcare provider immediately.
Symptoms of listeriosis can appear within 1 to 4 weeks after consuming contaminated food. Symptoms may include:
* Fever
* Muscle aches
* Nausea
* Vomiting
* Diarrhea
* Headache
* Stiff neck
* Confusion
* Loss of balance
To prevent listeriosis, it is important to follow these guidelines:
* Wash hands thoroughly before handling food.
* Clean and sanitize food preparation surfaces.
* Cook meats to the proper internal temperature.
* Avoid raw or unpasteurized milk and dairy products.
* Refrigerate perishable foods promptly.
* Discard food that has been left out at room temperature for more than two hours.
For more information about the recall, consumers can contact the manufacturer at 1-888-927-4991. Consumers can also report any adverse reactions to Listeria through the FDA's MedWatch program at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/medwatch/index.cfm.
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