Sargento cheese recall hits 15 states over listeria concerns

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Rizo-López Foods Inc., a supplier to Sargento, recalled its dairy products last month, prompted by fears of listeria contamination. Sargento announced a voluntary recall of products supplied by Rizo-López Foods Inc. and those packaged on the same production lines. Cheese varieties affected by the recall include cotija, parmesan, Swiss, asiago, Monterey Jack, white cheddar, cheddar, a nacho and taco blend, Italian cheese blend, taco cheese blend, and queso quesadilla cheese.

(NewsNation) — Thousands of cases of shredded cheese are being recalled across 15 states.

The recall, prompted by fears of listeria contamination, stems from a decision made by Rizo-López Foods Inc., a supplier to Sargento, to recall its dairy products last month.

Sargento took swift action, announcing a voluntary recall of products supplied by Rizo-López Foods........

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