Torres Hillsdale Country Cheese of Reading, Michigan has announced the recall of Oaxaca soft Mexican-style cheese due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.   The recalled cheese was distributed to retail stores and delis in in Illinois and Minnesota in 10 pound balls, labeled with the name “Torres Hillsdale Country Cheese LLC.”  

The recall encompasses production dates 3/17/2009, with an expiration date of 5/20/2009. 

Consumption of food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes can cause Listeriosis, an uncommon but potentially fatal disease.  Listeriosis can cause high fever, severe headache, neck stiffness and nausea.  Listeriosis can also cause miscarriages and stillbirths.  The very young, the pregnant, the elderly and persons with compromised immune systems are the most susceptible to infection.  People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention.