Bel Gioioso Provolone Cheese Recalled Due to Improper Storage Temperature
Greco Sidari is recalling 1,375 cases of Bel Gioioso Provolone Sharp cheese distributed in Ohio, New York, and Pennsylvania. The recall is due to improper storage temperature that could support pathogen 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: This is an FDA Class II recall with a theoretical risk of pathogen growth due to temperature control failure. No illnesses or injuries have been reported, which per the rubric places it at Score 3 (High)—a risk-of-harm product without confirmed harm.
Plain-English summary
Greco Sidari is recalling 1,375 cases of Bel Gioioso Provolone Sharp cheese (SUPC/Item #96317) due to improper temperature control during storage and distribution.
The company determined that the food was not held at appropriate temperatures. Improper holding temperatures could affect spoilage rates and potentially support the growth of harmful pathogens.
The recalled cheese was distributed to customers in Ohio, New York, and Pennsylvania, with all lot codes distributed between November 26, 2023, and January 5, 2024.
For more information, consumers may contact Greco Sidari or their retailer.
The recalled product
- Product
- BEL GIOIOSO PROVO SHARP 1/25# SUPC/ITEM # 96317
- Manufacturer
- Greco Sidari
- Category
- Food — Cheese
- Affected units
- 1,375
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
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 36 recalled by Greco Sidari under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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