Listeria Recall: Popular Cheeses Pulled – NBC New York
- Two popular cheeses distributed by Boar's head are being recalled from select stores in Connecticut due to potential listeria contamination.
- The Ambriola Company initiated the recall on November 23, 2025, after routine testing revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes.
- The recall specifically affects the following Boar's Head cheeses:
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Listeria recall: Boar’s Head cheeses Pulled From Connecticut Stores
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Updated November 25, 2025, at 00:15 EST
What Happened?
Two popular cheeses distributed by Boar’s head are being recalled from select stores in Connecticut due to potential
listeria contamination. The recall, initiated by the Ambriola Company, impacts specific lots of Provolone and
Monterey Jack cheeses.This announcement comes just before the Thanksgiving holiday, raising concerns for consumers
planning to include these cheeses in their celebrations.
The Ambriola Company initiated the recall on November 23, 2025, after routine testing revealed the presence of
Listeria monocytogenes.
SpartanNash announced the recall,
detailing the affected products and lot codes.
Which Products Are Affected?
The recall specifically affects the following Boar’s Head cheeses:
| Product | Lot Codes | UPC Code |
|---|---|---|
| Boar’s Head Provolone Cheese | See SpartanNash Recall Notice for details | See SpartanNash Recall Notice for details |
| Boar’s Head Monterey Jack Cheese | See spartannash recall Notice for details | See SpartanNash Recall Notice for details |
Consumers are urged to check the lot codes on their cheese packaging to determine if their product is included in the recall.
Detailed information, including specific lot codes and UPCs, can be found on the
SpartanNash recall notice.
What is Listeria and Why is it Risky?
Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause listeriosis, a serious infection. Symptoms can include fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions.
In some cases, particularly among pregnant women, newborns, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems, listeriosis can be life-threatening.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides thorough information on listeriosis.
Symptoms can sometimes be preceded by diarrhea or other gastrointestinal symptoms.
A deadly outbreak of listeria linked to Boar’s Head deli meats resulted in 10 deaths last year,highlighting the severity of this type of contamination.