Boar’s Head products are under scrutiny yet again after a new recall over potential listeria contamination raises public health alarms.
Story Highlights
- Boar’s Head recalls pecorino Romano cheese over listeria fears.
- The previous listeria outbreak linked to 10 deaths continues to haunt the company.
- The FDA classifies the recall as Class I, the most severe level.
- Recalled products were distributed to Kroger stores in Kentucky and Indiana.
Boar’s Head Faces Another Listeria Scare
Boar’s Head is confronting another potential listeria contamination issue, prompting a recall of its pecorino Romano cheese.
This recall, announced by Ambriola Company on November 24, 2025, includes Boar’s Head grated pecorino Romano cheese and FS grated Romano cheese with sell-by dates from November 21, 2025, to March 12, 2026.
These products were distributed to Kroger stores in Kentucky and Indiana and were used in chicken Caesar salads and wraps.
Boar’s Head has recalled all products sourced from Ambriola Company, including pre-cut pecorino Romano cheese, as a precautionary measure.
Boar’s Head products recalled AGAIN after possible listeria contamination hits cheeses https://t.co/zqY8nRFsMm pic.twitter.com/3K5umpIM1U
— New York Post (@nypost) November 25, 2025
Legacy of a Deadly Outbreak
The current recall comes on the heels of a devastating listeria outbreak in July 2024, linked to a Boar’s Head plant in Virginia. This outbreak led to the recall of over 7 million pounds of meat and was responsible for 10 deaths and numerous hospitalizations.
Government inspectors reported unsanitary conditions at the Virginia plant, prompting the company to close the facility temporarily. Boar’s Head has made secret settlements with affected families, including a $4 million payout to a widow in Long Island, as it seeks to resolve the aftermath of the scandal.
FDA’s Severe Classification and Public Safety Concerns
The FDA has classified the current recall as Class I, indicating that consumption of the affected products could result in serious health consequences or death. Listeriosis, caused by the bacterium Listeria, poses a significant threat to individuals with compromised immune systems, older adults, and pregnant women.
Symptoms include fever, muscle aches, and gastrointestinal distress. Pregnant women face additional risks such as miscarriages and stillbirths. Despite the severity, the FDA has not yet received reports of illnesses linked to this recall. However, food safety officials urge consumers to discard any questionable products.
