Some ricotta cheese recalled in Canada

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is warning against consumption of Santa Lucia-brand ricotta cheese because of possible contamination.

The CFIA and the manufacturer, the International Cheese Co. Ltd. of Toronto, said the cheese might be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that can cause the food-borne illness listeriosis.

The recalled cheese is sold in packages of 500 grams, bears a Best Before date of 09JA01 (Jan. 1, 2009) and lot number 477. The cheese was distributed in Ontario.

Consumers with questions can contact the company at 416-769-3547.