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Shoppers in several states are being urged to check their refrigerators after Family Farmstead Dairy recalled a batch of raw cheddar cheese that may be contaminated with potentially dangerous strains of E. coli.
The Worcester, New York-based company is recalling its Family Farmstead Dairy Raw Mild Cheddar Cheese with the lot code and best-by date 7/22/27, according to an Oct. 15 notice posted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The cheese was distributed to retailers in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, Virginia and Massachusetts. The company said the product may also have reached additional states through downstream distributors.
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The recall was initiated after testing in Maryland detected two strains of E. coli in samples of Family Farmstead A2 Raw Cheddar sold in 8-ounce packages, according to the notice.
No illnesses or allergic reactions had been reported in connection with the recalled cheese as of the announcement.
The strains — E. Coli O26:H11 and O45:H2 — can cause diarrhea, including bloody stools.
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“Although most healthy adults can recover completely within a week, some people can develop a form of kidney failure called Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS),” the notice stated.
“HUS is most likely to occur in young children and the elderly. The condition can lead to serious kidney damage and even death.”
Consumers who purchased the recalled cheese are urged not to eat it and instead throw it away or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
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No other Family Farmstead Dairy products are included in the recall.
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“We sincerely apologize to our customers, retail partners, and consumers for the inconvenience caused by this recall,” the company said.
“Product quality is an utmost priority here at Family Farmstead so we are committed to identifying the cause of this issue and taking all necessary corrective actions to ensure the continued safety and quality of our products.”
Family Farmstead Dairy could not immediately be reached by FOX Business for additional comment.
