FDA-Food2026-01-14Class IPATHOGEN
Boar's Head Pecorino Romano Grated recalled for Listeria contamination
What this means
Boar's Head Pecorino Romano Grated cheese in 5-pound bags tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that can cause serious illness. The affected product was distributed across multiple states. No illnesses have been reported so far.
- Check if you have lot number 1000570093 or 1000570738 printed on the bag
- Do not eat the cheese if you have either lot number
- Throw away the product or return it to the store
- Wash your hands and any surfaces that may have touched the cheese
- Contact your doctor if you develop fever, muscle aches, or gastrointestinal symptoms
The agency's original wording
Hazard
Product tested positive for Listeria Monocytogenes.
Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
The recalled product was distributed to the following states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, MA, ME, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, VA, WA, WI
Affected count
405 Bags (Units)
Manufactured in
7 Patton Dr, West Caldwell, NJ, United States
Products
Boar's Head Pecorino Romano Grated, 5-pound plastic bag (unit)
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=H-0372-2026Want us to check the next one for you?
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