Sargento Foods, Inc., based in Plymouth, WI, has issued a recall for certain shredded cheese products due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause severe and sometimes life-threatening infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as pregnant women, the elderly, young children, and individuals with weakened immune systems.
Recalled Products: The recall affects various types of shredded cheese products distributed across several states, including Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, North Carolina, New Jersey, Nevada, Ohio, Rhode Island, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin. Detailed information on the recalled products, including batch/use by dates and UPC codes, can be found in the official recall notice.
Customers are urged to check the below details for affected products:
- Sargento Course Grated Cotija Cheese (6/5 lb.)
UPC Code: 46100352601
- Sargento Coarse Grated Cotija Cheese (500/0.5 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100355176
- Sargento 25015 Grated Cotija Cheese (400/1 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100355831
Parmesan
- Sargento Fresh Grated Parmesan Cheese (500/0.5 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100348659
- Sargento Part #10132 Fancy Shredded Parmesan Cheese (500/0.5 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100334997
- Sargento Part #22997 Fancy Shredded Parmesan Cheese (400/1 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100330302
- Sargento Fancy Shredded Parmesan Cheese
UPC Code: 46100355596
Swiss
- Sargento Fancy Shredded Swiss Cheese (400/1 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100349816
- Sargento Fancy Shredded Swiss Cheese (500/0.5 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100334997
Asiago
- Sargento Part #10197, Fancy Shredded Fresh Asiago Cheese (500/0.75 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100342688
- Sargento Shredded Fresh Asiago Cheese (400/1 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100354865
Monterey Jack
- Sargento, Part #23602 Deep V Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese (500/0.5 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100343999
- Sargento Fancy Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese (400/1 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100356753
White Cheddar
- Sargento Part #23340 Fancy Shredded Sharp White Cheddar Cheese (500/0.5 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100329313
- Sargento Fancy Shredded Mild White Cheddar Cheese (500/0.5 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100346136
- Sargento Fancy Shred Mild White Cheddar Cheese (400/1 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100350829
Cheddar
- Sargento Deep V Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese (450/1 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100348611
- Sargento Part #29313 Thick “N Hearty Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese (500/0.5 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100356432
Italian Cheese Blend
- Sargento Part #23613, Fancy Shredded Italian Cheese Blend Pack (500/0.5 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100344583
- Sargento Fancy Shredded Italian Cheese Blend (400/1 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100355343
Blends
- Sargento Bevel Shredded Queso Quesadilla Cheese (450/1 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100356593
- Sargento Part #10129 Fancy Shredded Bistro Blends Nacho & Taco Cheese Blend (500/.75 oz.)
UPC Code: 46100334157
Consumption of food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not exhibit any visible signs of spoilage but can still lead to serious illness. Symptoms of Listeria infection include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headache, and neck stiffness. Pregnant women should be particularly cautious, as Listeria infections can result in complications such as premature delivery, infection of the newborn, or stillbirth. Consumers who have purchased any of the recalled products are advised to either discard them immediately or return them to the place of purchase for a refund. It is crucial to monitor for symptoms of Listeria infection, as symptoms may develop up to 70 days after exposure.
Stay Informed: To stay updated on food recalls and safety alerts, consumers are encouraged to regularly check our website and follow official announcements from food manufacturers and regulatory agencies. Prioritize food safety to protect yourself and your loved ones from potential health risks.
