Class I โ€” Serious Health Hazard

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Requeson/Ricotta Recalled by El Abuelito Cheese, Inc. Due to Potential Listeria Contamination

Date: February 17, 2021
Company: El Abuelito Cheese, Inc.
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Food)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact El Abuelito Cheese, Inc. directly.

If you believe you have experienced symptoms related to this recall, contact your healthcare provider immediately.

Affected Products

Requeson/Ricotta, sold under the following brands and container sizes: El Abuelito Requeson Ricotta 12oz Clam Shell Container, UPC: 673130300014; El Abuelito Requeson Ricotta - Promocion $3.99 12oz. Clam Shell Container, UPC: 673130300014; El Viejito Requeson/Ricotta 12oz. Clam Shell Container 718122180912

Quantity: N/A

Why Was This Recalled?

Product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed to 6 states: CT, DE, MA, NJ, NY, PA

Affected (6 states)Not affected

About El Abuelito Cheese, Inc.

El Abuelito Cheese, Inc. has 3 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Food). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report