Tesco shoppers are being warned not to eat a popular cheese product over fears it is contaminated with a deadly bug that can cause meningitis and pregnancy complications.
Castelli UK Ltd has issued an urgent recall of Le Superbe Raclette (150g), stocked in Tesco supermarkets, after a batch tested positive for listeria monocytogenes, a dangerous bacterium that can lead to listeriosis.
Product Affected
- Le Superbe Raclette 150g
- Best before: 12 May 2025
- Sold exclusively at Tesco – do not eat, return to store for a full refund
Customers who purchased the cheese from other retailers are not affected by the recall, and the product is safe to consume if bought elsewhere.
What is Listeria?
Listeria is a foodborne pathogen that can cause listeriosis, with symptoms including:
- High temperature
- Muscle aches
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Chills
In severe cases, it may lead to meningitis, sepsis, or even death, especially in vulnerable groups such as:
- Pregnant women
- People over 65
- Babies under 1 month
- Immunocompromised individuals
What Should You Do?
- Do not consume the affected cheese.
- Return it to any Tesco store for a full refund, no receipt required.
- Dispose of the product safely if returning is not an option.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) confirmed the recall and urged those at higher risk of infection to take extra precautions.
Foods That Commonly Carry Listeria Risk:
- Soft cheeses (camembert, brie, blue cheese)
- Deli meats and cold cuts
- Pâté
- Ready-to-eat salads and sandwiches
- Pre-cut fruits
- Smoked fish
- Unpasteurised dairy products
How to Reduce Risk:
- Keep fridge temperatures at 5°C or below
- Eat within four hours of removing chilled foods from the fridge
- Always follow use-by dates and storage instructions
- Wash hands before and during food prep
- Keep raw and ready-to-eat items separate
