Queso Chonero Special White Cheese recalled in Illinois after testing positive for Listeria monocytogenes

El Cangrejo Guayaco LLC of Chicago, Illinois is recalling Queso Chonero Special White Cheese due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

According to the details posted online by the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), the recall was initiated on May 17, 2024 and is still ongoing.

The recalled product was distributed in Illinois.

About Listeria infections

Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell putrid, but it can still cause serious and sometimes life-threatening infections. Anyone who has eaten any of the recalled products and developed symptoms of a Listeria infection should seek medical attention and tell their doctor about possible exposure to Listeria.

Also, anyone who has eaten any of the recalled products should monitor themselves for symptoms in the coming weeks, as it can take up to 70 days after exposure to Listeria for symptoms of listeriosis to develop.

Symptoms of a Listeria infection may include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headaches, and neck stiffness. Specific laboratory tests are needed to diagnose Listeria infections, which can mimic other diseases.

Pregnant women, the elderly, young children and people such as cancer patients with weakened immune systems are at particular risk of serious illness, life-threatening infections, other complications and death. Although infected pregnant women may experience only mild, flu-like symptoms, their infections can lead to preterm labor, infection of the newborn, or even stillbirth.

Recalled product:

Queso Chonero Special White Cheese

• UPC 7 861105 900496
• Product quantity: 25 pieces
• Code information: EXPD: June – 22 – 2024

Consumers should not use this product. Recalled products should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase.

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