Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- February 19, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Made Fresh Salads
- Category
- Food & Beverages
- Sold At
- Unknown
- Geographic Scope
- 1 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL, PREGNANT, INFANTS
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Food Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Made Fresh Salads
- Product type
- Cream Cheese
- Model numbers
- All expiration dates through 2/27/2026.
- Colors
- Unknown
- Sizes
- 5 lb
- Sold at
- Unknown
- Where affected
- NY
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
February 19, 2026
Reported by FDA FOOD
March 18, 2026
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Made Fresh Salads Inc for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Telephone
About This Product
Cream cheese sold in 5 lb tubs is typically used by food service operations and retailers. It’s large format for higher-volume uses.
Industry Context
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
The recall affects food service channels in New York. Consumers should avoid using affected product and pursue refunds or replacements.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Inspect the 5 lb white plastic tub labeled Made Fresh Salads Garlic & Herb Cream Cheese.
- Check expiration dates: any date through 2/27/2026 is affected.
- Verify packaging and lot information if available on the label.
Where to find product info
FDA recall notice H-0558-2026 and enforcement report page.
What timeline to expect
Refunds or replacements are processed per company policy; no specific timeline provided.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document all contacts with the company
- Escalate to FDA or local health authorities if no response
- File a consumer complaint with the CPSC if applicable to product safety concerns
- Consider legal consultation for unsafe or unresponsive recalls
How to prevent similar issues
- Purchase dairy products only from reputable sources
- Check recall listings before catering events
- Store dairy at proper temperatures and check expiration dates regularly
- Monitor FDA updates for recall scope and new affected lots
Documentation advice
Keep receipts, product labels, recall notices and all communication with the company
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Product Details
Product: Garlic & Herb Cream Cheese, 5 lb white plastic tub. Brand: Made Fresh Salads. Quantity: 557 tubs total. Distribution: New York. Expiration window: All expiration dates through 2/27/2026. Recall date: 2026-02-19. Status: Active.
Reported Incidents
No specific injuries or illnesses are listed in the provided notice.
Key Facts
- 557 total recalled tubs
- 5 lb tub size
- All expiration dates through 2/27/2026
- Distributed in New York
- Active status as of 2026-03-18
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