Middlefield Cheddar Cheese Recalled Due to Listeria Contamination Risk

Plain-English summary

Middlefield Original Cheese Cooperative is recalling two cheddar cheese products due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recalled products are: (1) Middlefield Original Cheese Co-op All Natural Mild Cheddar Cheese, 5 lb., packaged as individual loaves wrapped in plastic, packed 2 loaves per case (distribution) or 8 loaves per case (retail), with a sell-by date of 2/13/2026; and (2) Middlefield Original Cheese Co-op Shredded Cheddar Cheese, 5 lb., packaged in a plastic bag, packed 4 bags per case, with a sell-by date of 9/3/2025.

The recalled products have been distributed to OH, PA, WI, and TX. A total of 364.125 cases (7,455 lbs.) are affected.

Consumers who have purchased these products should not consume them. Those who have the recalled cheese should discard it or return it to the place of purchase. Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious illness, particularly in pregnant women, children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems. Consumers with questions may contact the FDA or their local health department.

The recalled product

Product

1) Middlefield Original Cheese Co-op All Natural Mild Cheddar Cheese, 5 lb., packaged as individual loaves wrapped in plastic, packed 2 loaves per case (distribution) or 8 loaves per case (retail) 2) Middlefield Original Cheese Co-op Shredded Cheddar Cheese, 5 lb., packaged in a

Manufacturer

Middlefield Original Cheese Cooperative

Category

Food — Cheese / Dairy

Hazard

• listeria
• pathogenic-contamination

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