US EditionCheese Recalled in 20 States, Including Oregon, Bumped to Highest FDA Risk Level Due to Listeria Concerns
The recall affects over 11,500 units of Pecorino Romano cheese from multiple brands in 20 states due to Listeria contamination, posing serious health risks, the FDA said.
- Upgrading the recall to Class I, the FDA listed Nov. 26, 2025, as the original recall date for Pecorino Romano by Ambriola Company, West Caldwell, New Jersey.
- Routine testing found Listeria monocytogenes in select grated Pecorino Romano products sent to retailers and distributors between Nov. 3 and Nov. 20, 2025.
- FDA records show affected brands including Locatelli Grated Pecorino Romano, Boar's Head Grated Pecorino Romano, Pinna Grated Pecorino Romano, Ambriola Piccante, and Member's Mark with multiple lot numbers and packaging formats.
- Consumers should not eat recalled Pecorino Romano and should discard or return it; pregnant people, older adults, young children and immunocompromised face higher risks, and can call Ambriola hotline 1-800-962-8224 Monday through Friday, 9:00am–4:00pm ET.
- Across 20 states, the recall involves more than 11,500 units spanning many lot numbers and packaging formats, including Oregon and Washington.
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Cheese recall issued over Listeria risk
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Nationwide cheese recall upgraded to highest-risk level; return ASAP
A nationwide cheese recall has been upgraded to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s highest risk category after routine testing found possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
Cheese recalled in 20 states, including WA, bumped to highest FDA risk level due to listeria concerns
The recall comprised eight cheese products sold in plastic bags and cups of various sizes — including brands Locatelli, Boar’s Head, Pinna, Ambriola and Member’s Mark.
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