Summary
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a high-risk warning for a cheese recall due to possible Listeria contamination. Goot Essa LLC voluntarily recalled specific batches of its Der Mutterschaf Cheese after finding Listeria in a sample. No illnesses have been reported as of September 25.
Key Facts
- The cheese recall is for Der Mutterschaf Cheese from Goot Essa LLC in Pennsylvania.
- The recall was issued because of potential Listeria contamination found during routine testing.
- The FDA classified the recall as Class I, which is the highest risk level.
- The recall affects 64 pounds of cheese distributed in New Jersey, Virginia, Connecticut, and Montana.
- The cheese packages come in 4 oz and 8 oz sizes with specific UPC codes.
- Listeria can cause serious illness, especially in young children, the elderly, and those with weak immune systems.
- As of September 25, no illnesses have been linked to the cheese.
- The recall is still ongoing, and Goot Essa is working with the FDA on the investigation.
