Asda: Extra Special Taleggio cheese recalled over possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination

A popular cheese product has been recalled due to a contamination by a disease-causing bacteria. The Food Safety Agency said Asda is recalling its Extra Special Taleggio after Listeria monocytogenes was found in the product. Asda is the second supermarket to recall its Taleggio product after Morrisons which also pulled its product off the shelves for the same reason.

Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. However, in rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications, such as meningitis. However, people with weakened immune systems are more vulnerable to listeria infections.

The FSA said the affected product is Extra Special Taleggio (pack size 200g) with a use by date of April 14, 2024. It added: "If you have bought any (of these) products do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund."

Asda added: "If you have purchased Asda Es Taleggio with date code 14-04-2024, please bring it back to your nearest store whee you will be given a full refund. You do not need your receipt. We are very sorry for any inconvenience caused. if you would like any further information, please contact Asda Customer Relations - 0800 952 0101".