Illinois Shredded Cheese Recall Expands After Metal Found
Another day, another recall from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and it affects brands that Rockford shoppers pick up every single week. More than 260,000 cases of shredded cheese made by Great Lakes Cheese Co. have been flagged because the products may contain small metal fragments.
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Recall Reclassified After New Safety Concerns
Originally first issued in early October, but reclassified just a few days ago as a Class II recall, meaning anyone who eats this could experience temporary but treatable health issues. Thus far, no injuries have been reported.
Popular Store Brands Included in the Cheese Recall
The affected cheeses were sold in dozens of states, including Illinois and Wisconsin, and they show up under several well-known store brands, including Happy Farms at Aldi, Great Value at Walmart, and Good & Gather at Target. Varieties such as mozzarella, four-cheese blend, Italian blend, pizza blend, and more are on the list, with sizes ranging from 8 to 32 ounces.
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What Rockford Shoppers Should Do Next
The list is long, and the FDA is asking shoppers to check any shredded cheese they recently purchased. Recalled packages should obviously not be eaten, and should be either thrown away or returned to the store where purchased for a refund.
The FDA's website features the full report, along with UPCs and date codes for each can, HERE.
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