In an unusual action, the Food and Drug Administration forced one of Washington's most well-known artisan cheesemakers to shut down, saying the product could be contaminated with bacteria that can cause serious illness.
The FDA took the action Friday, after asking Estrella Family Creamery to initiate a recall. Estrella declined.
Foodies, who clearly adore the company's cheeses, have been all abuzz decrying the move.
The award-winning raw-milk cheeses, made in Montesano, Grays Harbor County, are sold at farmers markets, high-end restaurants and retail stores in several states.
No illnesses have been linked with the cheeses, the state Department of Health said.
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