Walla Walla Cheese Cheddar Curds recalled due to under-pasteurization
Walla Walla Cheese Company is recalling Cheddar Curds due to under-pasteurization of the milk used in production, which may not eliminate potentially harmful bacteria.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II recall for under-pasteurization, a processing defect creating risk for foodborne pathogens including Listeria and Salmonella. No illnesses have been reported.
Plain-English summary
Walla Walla Cheese Company LLC is recalling Cheddar Curds packaged in 5-pound vacuum-sealed zip lock bags due to under-pasteurization of the milk used in production. The product was made from one batch of milk that was under-pasteurized, which may not eliminate potentially harmful bacteria.
The recalled product was distributed in Oregon and Washington. The product has production code 126201, indicating a production date of October 26, 2021. No best-by or expiration date is marked on the packaging.
Consumers who have purchased the recalled product should not consume it. Consumers with questions may contact Walla Walla Cheese Company LLC.
The recalled product
- Product
- Walla Walla Cheese Company Cheddar Curds. Keep Refrigerated. Product is packaged in vacuum sealed zip lock bags. Net wt. 5 lbs.
- Manufacturer
- Walla Walla Cheese Company LLC
- Category
- Food — Dairy / Cheese
- Hazard
- under-pasteurization
- foodborne-pathogen
Distribution
Distribution scope not specified by the agency.
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