Listeria Found: Cheese Recalled At Aldi, More

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Listeria Found: Cheese Recalled at Aldi, More

Aldi has issued a voluntary recall of several varieties of its private label cheese due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall applies to both hard and soft cheeses, including:

• Aldi's Specially Selected Colby Jack Cheese
• Aldi's Specially Selected Colby Cheese
• Aldi's Specially Selected Monterey Jack Cheese
• Aldi's Specially Selected Mild Cheddar Cheese
• Aldi's Specially Selected Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• Aldi's Specially Selected Smoked Gouda Cheese

The recalled cheeses were distributed in multiple states across the US. Consumers are advised to check their refrigerators for the affected products and discard any they find. The affected cheeses have a "best by" date ranging from March 2023 to May 2023.

Why is this recall important?

Listeria monocytogenes is a serious bacterium that can cause listeriosis, a potentially life-threatening infection. Symptoms of listeriosis can include:

• Fever
• Muscle aches
• Headache
• Stiff neck
• Confusion
• Loss of balance
• Seizures

Pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems are particularly at risk for severe illness from listeria.

What to do if you have purchased the recalled cheese:

• Do not eat the cheese.
• Discard the cheese immediately.
• Clean any surfaces that may have come into contact with the cheese.
• Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling the cheese.

Where to find more information:

• Aldi website: [insert official Aldi website link here]
• FDA website: [insert official FDA website link here]

It's important to remember that recalls happen frequently, so it's always good practice to check for updates and announcements from the FDA and your preferred grocery stores. You can also use the FDA's Recall Database to check for any food recalls in your area.

Protecting yourself from foodborne illnesses:

• Always wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before and after handling food.
• Cook meat and poultry to the proper internal temperature.
• Store raw meat and poultry separately from other foods.
• Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly before eating.
• Avoid eating unpasteurized dairy products.
• Keep your refrigerator at or below 40°F.
• Don't let perishable foods sit out at room temperature for more than two hours.

By taking these precautions, you can reduce your risk of getting a foodborne illness.