Check Your Fridge: FDA Warns Colorado Shoppers About Recalled Romano Cheese

The FDA has issued a nationwide recall on numerous brands of cheese found to contain a bacteria that can, in serious cases, cause death.

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While the initial recall was issued back in November after the contaminated cheese was discovered in New Jersey, it was found that the cheese was distributed to be purchased in a total of 20 states, including Colorado.

Look for these Colorado Cheeses in Your Refrigerator

The type of cheese that was contaminated with the bacteria known as Listeria was a specific Romano cheese, purchased between November 3, 2025, and November 20, 2025, with an expiration date of May 2026.

The specific products include Locatelli - Grated Pecorino Romano, Grated Pecorino Romano, Pinna - Grated Pecorino Romano, Boar's Head - Grated Pecorino Romano, Sam's - Pecorino Romano grated, Ambriola - Piccante grated Pecorino Romano, and Member’s Mark - Pecorino Romano.

With the exception of Arizona, no other state that shares a border with Colorado is directly affected by the recall.

What to Do if You Purchased Recalled Colorado Cheese

If you purchased one of these specific brands of Romano cheese between the dates of November 3 and November 20, it is recommended that you either dispose of the cheese immediately or return the potentially contaminated product for a refund.

What to Do if You Got Sick from Recalled Colorado Cheese

Listeriosis is typically only fatal for elderly people and individuals with compromised immune systems, but it’s recommended that you see a doctor immediately if you believe you’ve been infected.

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