The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-2059-2014·Announced 2014-07-09

Brunkow Monterey Jack Cheese Recalled for Mushroom Mislabeling

Brunkow Cheese of Wisconsin is recalling Monterey Jack Morel Mushroom & Onion Cheese because it contains a different type of mushroom than listed on the label.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which indicates the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. The hazard is a labeling error regarding the specific type of mushroom, which fits the criteria for minor labeling errors.

Plain-English summary

Brunkow Cheese of Wisconsin, Inc. is recalling 18,800 pounds of Monterey Jack Morel Mushroom & Onion Cheese. The product is sold in 5 lb blocks, plastic wrapped and vacuum sealed, with eight blocks per case. The ingredients listed on the label include Cultured Pasteurized Whole Milk, Salt, Microbial Enzymes, Morel Mushroom, and Onion.

The recall was initiated because the product is mislabeled. The cheese contains a different type of mushroom instead of the Morel Mushrooms specified on the label. The affected lot numbers are 112014, 010114, 010414, 042914, 060314, 080314, 090514, and 111214.

The product was distributed in Illinois and Minnesota. Consumers who have purchased this product should check their lot numbers against the list provided and stop consuming the product if it matches.

The recalled product

Product
Brunkow Cheese of Wisconsin, Monterey Jack Morel Mushroom & Onion Cheese, 5 lb block plastic wrapped and vacuum sealed. Eight blocks per case. Ingredients: Cultured Pasteurized Whole Milk, Salt, Microbial Enzymes, Morel Mushroom and Onion.

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

Same manufacturer · Brunkow Cheese of Wisconsin, Inc.

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