**Aldi, Market Basket Cheese Recalled**

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Aldi and Market Basket Cheese Recalled: What You Need to Know

Important: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. If you have consumed any of the recalled products and are experiencing symptoms, contact your doctor or local poison control center immediately.

Aldi and Market Basket have recently issued a recall for several types of cheese due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Listeria is a serious bacteria that can cause serious illness, particularly in pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems.

Here's what you need to know about the recall:

Products Affected:

• Aldi:
  • "Simply Nature" Organic Colby Jack Cheese (8 oz, UPC code: 41497-14643)
  • "Simply Nature" Organic Monterey Jack Cheese (8 oz, UPC code: 41497-14642)
  • "Simply Nature" Organic Colby Cheese (8 oz, UPC code: 41497-14644)
• Market Basket:
  • "Market Basket" Colby Jack Cheese (8 oz, UPC code: 0-11111-02377)
  • "Market Basket" Monterey Jack Cheese (8 oz, UPC code: 0-11111-02376)
  • "Market Basket" Colby Cheese (8 oz, UPC code: 0-11111-02378)

The affected cheese was sold in various Aldi and Market Basket stores throughout the United States.

Why the Recall?

The recall was initiated after routine sampling by the FDA detected Listeria monocytogenes in some of the cheese products. This bacteria can cause listeriosis, a serious infection that can lead to:

• Flu-like symptoms
• High fever
• Muscle aches
• Headache
• Stiff neck
• Confusion
• Loss of balance
• Seizures

In pregnant women, listeriosis can lead to miscarriage, stillbirth, or premature delivery.

What to Do If You Have Recalled Cheese:

• Do not consume the recalled cheese.
• Return the cheese to the store where it was purchased for a full refund.
• Dispose of the cheese properly.
• Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling the recalled cheese.

What to Do If You Think You May Be Sick:

• Contact your doctor or local poison control center immediately if you have consumed the recalled cheese and are experiencing symptoms.

Preventing Listeria Contamination:

• Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before and after handling food.
• Clean and sanitize all surfaces that come into contact with food.
• Cook meat and poultry to the proper internal temperature.
• Avoid cross-contamination between raw and cooked foods.
• Refrigerate food promptly.
• Avoid eating soft cheeses, deli meats, and other high-risk foods if you are pregnant, elderly, or have a weakened immune system.

Stay informed about food recalls by checking the websites of the FDA and USDA.

This recall highlights the importance of food safety practices. By following these tips, you can help protect yourself and your family from foodborne illnesses.