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Floyd Peterson Company Inc.
Recall #F-0122-2013 · Initiated 2012-09-10
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Frescolina Ricotta Salata cheese made in Italy and sold in Oregon and Washington has been recalled because it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness. About 390 pounds of the product in 6-7 oz wedges are affected.
Who is at risk
Everyone should be concerned, but pregnant women, young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems face the highest risk of serious illness from Listeria.
What to do
If you purchased this Frescolina Ricotta Salata cheese, do not eat it—throw it away or return it to the store where you bought it. Check your refrigerator for the product, which is labeled as imported by Forever Cheese in NY.
Product
Ricotta Salata Frescolina Brand Soft Cheese. Product is packaged in a retail package, wedge shaped, size ranges from 6-7 oz. The product is labeled in parts: "***Frescolina Ricotta Salata MARTE***IMPORTED BY FOREVER CHEESE,NY 11106***PRODUCT OF ITALY***"
Reason for recall
Ricotta Salata Frescolina Brand Cheese is recalled due to the potential contamination with Listeria monocytonenes.
Quantity affected
total 390 lbs
Distribution
Product distributed to distributors, retailers, and restaurants in Oregon and Washington.
Lot / code info
manufacturer codes 7022, 7212, 7272 and 7432.
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
Terminated
2012-10-31
Recalling firm
Floyd Peterson Company Inc.
1102 D St NE
Auburn, WA 98002-4015
United States
Recall classification
Most serious. Reasonable probability that the product will cause serious health consequences or death.