Recent developments have triggered a nationwide cheese recall due to contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The Ambriola Company is recalling a significant number of Pecorino Romano cheese products. This issue has been elevated to Class I status by the FDA, indicating that consuming these products poses a serious health risk.
Details of the Cheese Recall
The recall affects several brands of Pecorino Romano cheese distributed across 20 states. This widespread issue emphasizes the importance of food safety.
States Affected
- Arizona
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Massachusetts
- Maine
- New Jersey
- New York
- Ohio
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Texas
- Virginia
- Washington
- Wisconsin
Products Included in the Recall
Several products are involved in the recall, including various types of imported and domestic Pecorino Romano cheese. Customers should examine their purchases carefully.
| Product Name | Package Size | Expiration Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Boar’s Head Grated Pecorino Romano | 6-ounce cup | 3/4/2026, 3/12/2026 |
| Locatelli Pecorino Romano Grated | 4-ounce cup | 5/3/2026, 5/10/2026, 5/17/2026 |
| Locatelli Pecorino Romano Grated | 8-ounce cup | Various dates through 5/17/2026 |
| Member’s Mark Pecorino Romano | 1.5-pound bag | 3/25/2026, 3/30/2026, 4/5/2026 |
| Ambriola Grated Pecorino Romano | Sold by the pound | 2/28/2026, 3/4/2026, 3/11/2026 |
| Pinna Grated Pecorino Romano | Sold by the pound | 3/11/2026 |
Instructions for Consumers
Consumers who have purchased these products should not consume them. Instead, they should dispose of them or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. This recall highlights the need for vigilance in food safety.
Company Response
The Ambriola Company is actively collaborating with the FDA to identify the contamination source. Testing of both products and facilities is underway to ensure consumer safety.
Stay informed and safeguard your health by checking your refrigerator for these potentially hazardous cheese products.
