Clover Hill Dairy cheese recall expands: what shoppers should check now
Shoppers should check their refrigerators and freezers now: the FDA says Clover Hill Dairy has expanded its cheese recall to include all Clover Hill Dairy brand cheese because of a possible Listeria risk. If you bought any Clover Hill Dairy cheese, or any cheese that may have been relabeled under another brand, do not eat it, do not serve it, and do not sell it.
This matters for households with pregnant people, older adults, newborns, and anyone with a weakened immune system, since Listeria can cause serious illness even when food looks and smells normal. The recall notice says some affected cheese may have been sold at farmers markets or through third-party distributors, so it is worth checking repackaged or market-bought items, too.
According to the FDA, the expanded recall covers all Clover Hill Dairy brand cheese. The notice also says some products may have been relabeled under other brand names after distribution, so shoppers should not rely on packaging alone if they suspect a Clover Hill Dairy product is in the home. If your cheese matches the recall notice, throw it away or return it to the place of purchase as directed.
The FDA’s update says the recall was expanded because of possible health risk and that reported illnesses have been linked to the affected cheese. If you have a package that matches the notice, save the label or take a photo before discarding it if you need to verify a purchase later. That can help with a return or with checking whether a product came through a farmers market or another resale channel.
What to check in the kitchen
Start with the fridge, then check the freezer if you may have frozen leftover cheese. Look for Clover Hill Dairy cheese, any cheese bought at a market or from a third-party distributor, and any repackaged cheese with a missing or unfamiliar brand name. Check shared bins, deli drawers, and sealed containers where cheese may have been tucked away with leftovers.
If a product matches the recall, place it in a sealed bag before throwing it out so it does not contact other food. Then wash your hands and clean any shelves, bins, containers, or cutting boards that touched the cheese. A simple soap-and-hot-water cleanup is a good start for most surfaces.
What to do next
Do not taste the cheese to check it. Do not serve it to family, guests, or customers. Do not keep it “just in case.” If you are pregnant, older, or caring for someone medically vulnerable, it is especially important to be strict about the recall and to clear out any questionable cheese right away.
For the latest official details, use the FDA notice and compare the product name, any brand relabeling notes, and the purchase source. When in doubt, err on the side of discarding it. Food recalls are one of those times when a quick fridge check can save a lot of worry later.
