Abbey Specialty Foods (Fairfield, NJ) recalled Wicklow Gold Cheddar Nettle & Chive 5.2 oz product and Wicklow Gold Cheddar Tomato & Herb 5.2 oz product because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. These products had limited distribution in the US and were sold in MA, ME, NH, OH, and CO. The few distributors and retailers that received the product have been informed of this possible health risk and have removed the products from their shelves. To date, there have been no confirmed reports of adverse health events due to the consumption of these products. The recall was initiated after the supplier of Wicklow Farmhouse Cheese LTD. notified Abbey Specialty Foods that they were recalling these products due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
