The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0828-2024·Announced 2024-02-14

Saputo Stella Cheese Recalled for Improper Temperature Storage

Saputo Stella cheese distributed in OH, NY, and PA from November 26, 2023 through January 5, 2024 has been recalled due to improper temperature storage. The temperature failure could lead to spoilage and pathogenic growth.

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 with no reported illnesses or injuries. Temperature control failure could support pathogenic growth, constituting a real food safety risk. The theoretical nature of the hazard without confirmed contamination places this at High severity per rubric guidelines.

Plain-English summary

Greco Sidari is recalling Saputo Stella ASGO HLF MLD cheese product due to improper temperature storage. The product, totaling 1375 cases, was not held at appropriate temperatures, which could affect spoilage and potentially support pathogenic growth.

The recalled cheese was distributed to retail locations in Ohio, New York, and Pennsylvania. All lot codes distributed between November 26, 2023, and January 5, 2024, are included in this recall. The FDA has classified this as a Class II recall.

Consumers who purchased this cheese during the specified period should discard it rather than consume it. Contact the recalling firm or your local health department with questions about the recall.

The recalled product

Product
SAPUTO STELLA ASGO HLF MLD 11LB SUPC/ITEM # 19009
Manufacturer
Greco Sidari
Hazard
  • temperature-abuse
  • pathogenic-growth-risk

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