The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0911-2024·Announced 2024-02-28

Country Corner Dairy White Cheddar Cheese Recalled for Improper Pasteurization

Country Corner Dairy white cheddar cheese from Maryland and Virginia is being recalled due to inadequate pasteurization during manufacturing. The product was distributed in various sizes in vacuum-sealed packaging.

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 a dairy product made with inadequate pasteurization. No illnesses or injuries are documented in the source. The hazard represents a risk-of-harm product, matching the rubric criterion for High severity where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Country Corner Dairy, LLC is recalling white cheddar cheese produced with improper pasteurization. The product was distributed in vacuum-sealed plastic packaging in sizes ranging from 6 ounces to 42 pounds, with a production code of 080223 and a total recall quantity of 6,605 pounds.

The cheese was distributed to Maryland and Virginia. The lack of proper pasteurization during manufacturing creates a potential food safety risk, as inadequate heat treatment may not eliminate harmful microorganisms that can contaminate dairy products.

Consumers who have purchased this product should discard it or return it to the point of purchase. Anyone who has consumed this product and has concerns about their health should consult a healthcare provider.

The recalled product

Product
Fresh Local , Country Corner Dairy, WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE, INGREDIENTS: Pasteurized Milk, Salt , Rennet, Calcium Chloride, Cheese Culture, Contains Milk. Product comes in various sizes, 6 oz. up to 42 lbs. and is in vacuum sealed plastic packaging.
Manufacturer
Country Corner Dairy, LLC
Hazard
  • improper-pasteurization

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 (1)

  • 080223

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

  • MD
  • VA