FDA Warns Consumers Not to Eat Recalled Requeson Cheese in June 2026 Listeria Investigation
The FDA is warning consumers not to eat, sell, or serve recalled Clover Hill Dairy requeson and soft ricotta-style cheese tied to an ongoing Listeria monocytogenes investigation. The agency updated its notice on June 9, 2026, and the product may also show up in repacked retail labels, so shoppers should check identifiers carefully instead of relying on appearance alone.
What to check
Look for Clover Hill Dairy requeson, also described as soft ricotta-style cheese, in the refrigerator, deli drawer, grocery bags, and any leftovers or dishes made with soft cheese in the last few days. If you bought a repacked version from a deli or store, compare the product details against the FDA notice before using it.
If the cheese matches the recalled product, do not eat it, sell it, or serve it. Throw it away or return it to the place of purchase if the retailer offers that option. Wash hands, containers, shelves, and utensils that may have touched the cheese.
Why this recall matters
This is part of an ongoing Listeria investigation, which makes soft cheeses especially worth double-checking. Fresh, soft cheeses can be a higher concern during a recall because they are eaten without a long cooking step that would otherwise reduce risk. The FDA notice should be the main source for product identifiers, and it should be checked for any updates.
At the time of the June 9 update, the FDA notice should be used to confirm the exact lot, package, distribution, and any illness information. If you are not sure whether a package matches, do not taste it to test it. When in doubt, discard it.
Simple home check for families
Open the fridge and look at any soft cheese first. Then check deli items, meal prep containers, and bags from recent shopping trips. If someone in the house used a soft cheese in sandwiches, snacks, or a family meal, review the package before serving leftovers again.
For households with babies, older adults, pregnant people, or anyone with a weakened immune system, it is especially smart to be extra cautious with soft cheeses during a Listeria event. The safest move is to stop using any product that may match the recall until you have verified it against the FDA notice.
Bottom line
Consumers should not eat, sell, or serve the recalled Clover Hill Dairy requeson or soft ricotta-style cheese. Check the fridge, deli drawer, grocery bags, and any repacked labels now, then discard any product that matches the FDA recall details. For the latest product identifiers and outbreak updates, follow the FDA notice tied to the June 2026 soft cheese investigation.
