The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0824-2024·Announced 2024-02-14

Auricchio Crema al Reggiano recalled for improper storage temperature

Greco Sidari is recalling Auricchio Crema al Reggiano cheese because the product was not held at appropriate temperatures, which could allow spoilage and pathogen growth. The recall affects 1,375 cases distributed to Ohio, New York, and Pennsylvania.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II recall for temperature abuse on a dairy product that could support pathogen growth. No illnesses have been reported. This qualifies as a risk-of-harm product where improper storage created conditions for potential contamination.

Plain-English summary

Greco Sidari is recalling Auricchio Crema al Reggiano cheese. The product was not held at appropriate temperatures during storage and distribution. Temperature abuse can affect the cheese's shelf stability and potentially create conditions that support pathogen growth.

The recall applies to 1,375 cases with lot codes distributed between November 26, 2023, and January 5, 2024. The affected product was distributed in Ohio, New York, and Pennsylvania.

Consumers should not consume this product. Retailers should remove it from shelves and cease distribution. Anyone with questions can contact Greco Sidari or the FDA.

The recalled product

Product
AURICCHIO CREMA AL REGGIANO 4/1.1# SUPC/ITEM # 8927
Manufacturer
Greco Sidari
Hazard
  • temperature-abuse
  • pathogen-growth

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (3)

  • All Lot Codes Distributed between November 26
  • 2023 and January 5
  • 2024

Distribution

Distributed in 3 states:

  • NY
  • OH
  • PA