Cheese Alert: Two Big Recalls You Should Know About

Cheese lovers, listen up! There are two major cheese recalls happening right now, and they're not small deals. One is about shredded cheese with possible metal bits, and the other is about grated Pecorino Romano with listeria concerns. Both are serious, so pay attention. First, let's talk about the shredded cheese recall. Great Lakes Cheese, a big cheese company from Ohio, pulled a bunch of shredded cheese products off the shelves. They think some bags might have tiny metal pieces in them. Yuck! The FDA says eating this cheese could make you feel sick, but not permanently. Still, no one wants metal in their food, right? These cheeses are sold under lots of different brand names. You might have bought them at big stores like Target, Walmart, or Publix. They're in 31 states and even Puerto Rico. The sell-by dates go up to 2026, so check your fridge if you have any of these brands: Always Save, Borden, Publix, Aldi, and more. The full list is on the FDA's website. Now, the second recall is about Pecorino Romano cheese. Ambriola Company, a New Jersey cheese distributor, found listeria in some of their products. Listeria can make you really sick, even life-threatening. No one has gotten sick yet, but they're recalling it just to be safe. They stopped making and selling these cheeses while they figure things out. The recalled Pecorino Romano is sold under brand names like Ambriola, Locatelli, and Member's Mark. You can find them at Walmart, Sam's Club, and Wegmans. The expiration dates go from February to May 2026. If you have any of these, toss them or return them for a refund. The FDA says if you ate this cheese and feel feverish, have a headache, or muscle aches, talk to a doctor. These symptoms can show up within two weeks of eating bad food. So, what's the big lesson here? Always check for recalls, especially when it comes to food. It's better to be safe than sorry. And if you see any of these cheeses in your fridge, don't take chances. Throw them out or return them. Your health is more important than any cheese!