The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0834-2024·Announced 2024-02-14

Ricotta cheese recalled due to improper temperature storage

GRANDE SOPRAFFINA ricotta cheese was not held at appropriate temperatures, potentially supporting pathogen growth. Affected lots distributed to OH, NY, and PA from November 26, 2023 to January 5, 2024.

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: This is an FDA Class II recall for improper temperature storage of a dairy product that could potentially support pathogen growth. Although no illnesses or injuries have been reported, the risk of harm from temperature-abused dairy products qualifies this as high-severity per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Greco Sidari is recalling GRANDE SOPRAFFINA ricotta cheese (1375 cases total) due to improper storage temperature.

The food was not held at appropriate temperature conditions. Improper storage temperature could affect product spoilage and potentially support the growth of harmful pathogens.

The affected product was distributed to stores in Ohio, New York, and Pennsylvania. All lot codes distributed between November 26, 2023 and January 5, 2024 are included in this recall.

Consumers who purchased this product should dispose of it or return it to the point of sale. Consumers with questions may contact the FDA or Greco Sidari.

The recalled product

Product
GRANDE SOPRAFFINA RICOTTA 1/30# SUPC/ITEM # 19536
Manufacturer
Greco Sidari
Category
Food — Dairy / Ready-to-Eat Cheese
Hazard
  • temperature-abuse
  • pathogen-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

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