The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·H-0647-2025·Announced 2025-10-08

Sheep Cheese Recalled for Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination Risk

Goot Essa Der Mutterschaf Cheese is recalled due to Listeria Monocytogenes detection. Affected product distributed to CT, NJ, MT, and VA.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class I recall with detection of Listeria Monocytogenes, a high-risk pathogen. Per rubric, FDA Class I recalls carry a minimum severity score of 4 (Severe).

Plain-English summary

Goot Essa, LLC is recalling Der Mutterschaf Cheese (Sheep Tomme Style) in 4 and 8 ounce packages due to potential Listeria Monocytogenes contamination. The recalled product was manufactured at plant #26476 with an expiration date of December 24, 2025, and batch #33 tested positive for Listeria Monocytogenes during quality testing.

The affected product was distributed to Connecticut, New Jersey, Montana, and Virginia, with approximately 62 pounds in total distribution. Listeria Monocytogenes can cause serious illness, particularly in pregnant women, young children, elderly individuals, and people with weakened immune systems.

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact the retailer where the product was purchased for a refund or disposal instructions. If you have consumed this product and have concerns, contact your healthcare provider.

The recalled product

Product
Goot Essa, Der Mutterschaf Cheese, Sheep Tomme Style. 4 and 8 OZ. ( Pasteurized Sheep Milk, Salt, Vegetable Enzymes, Cheese Cultures ).
Manufacturer
GOOT ESSA, LLC
Hazard
  • listeria

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)

  • Batch #33
  • manufactured at plant #26476
  • exp. 12/24/2025

Distribution

Distributed in 4 states:

  • CT
  • MT
  • NJ
  • VA