Whole Foods Market recalls Pecorino Aged in Walnut Leaves Mitica (PLU 0294239) due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Consumers should check sell dates and stop using if purchased between March 2016 and March 2016.
Product has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Whole Foods Market is recalling Pecorino Aged in Walnut Leaves Mitica cheese because it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. This bacteria can cause serious illness, so affected consumers should stop using the product immediately.
Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause serious infections, especially in vulnerable groups like pregnant women, newborns, and the elderly. Contaminated cheese can lead to foodborne illness if consumed.
Anyone who purchased Pecorino Aged in Walnut Leaves Mitica (PLU 0294239) from Whole Foods Market between March 2016 and March 2016. Older adults, pregnant women, and young children are at higher risk for severe Listeria infections.
Check for the PLU code 0294239 on the product label. The product was sold between March 2016 and March 2016 at Whole Foods Market locations.
Discard any Pecorino Aged in Walnut Leaves Mitica (PLU 0294239) purchased from Whole Foods Market between March 2016 and March 2016.
No, the product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, which can cause serious illness. Do not consume.
The PLU code is 0294239 for Pecorino Aged in Walnut Leaves Mitica.
This recall was issued for products sold between March 2016 and March 2016.
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Subject: Recall F-1709-2016 — Whole Foods Market Whole Foods Market Hello, I own a Whole Foods Market that is covered by recall F-1709-2016 from Whole Foods Market. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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