These typically Italian cheeses have been marketed for three weeks in several French stores.
Burrata lovers should quickly check if their fridge contains that of the Giovanni Ferrari brand. Since Monday, the productBurrata con latte di bufala» is the subject of a recall by the health authorities following a possible listeria contamination. Sold in blue packaging, these cheeses were marketed between June 13 and July 1 in the following brands: Auchan, Carrefour, Carrefour Market, Casino, Cora, Intermarché, Leclerc, Spar, Prodilac and finally Super U.
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As indicated by the government site “Rappel.Conso”, the consumption deadlines range from June 29 to July 16. It is therefore recommended not to eat this product and destroy it. With a recall procedure that lasts until July 20, consumers can also return the burrata to the store for a refund. You should know that listeria is responsible for listeriosis, causing, among other things, fever and body aches. It can also lead to complications in people at risk, such as pregnant women or immunocompromised people.
“Listeriosis is a disease that can be serious and has an incubation period of up to eight weeks.», Specifies the government website: consumers are therefore called upon to be cautious.