Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- February 19, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Made Fresh Salads
- Category
- Food & Beverages
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- 1 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL, PREGNANT, ELDERLY
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 (Jalapeno Cheddar)
- Model numbers
- All expiration dates through 2/27/2026.
- Sizes
- 5 lb
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- 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 is a dairy spread used in sandwiches and dips. A 5 lb tub is typically used in foodservice or large households.
Industry Context
This recall is not identified as part of a broader industry pattern in the data provided.
Real-World Impact
Consumers with the recalled product should discard it. The recall affects perishable dairy and may require refunds or replacements.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check for brand Made Fresh Salads on Jalapeno Cheddar Cream Cheese.
- Confirm size is 5 lb and packaging is a white plastic tub.
- Verify expiration date is through 2/27/2026.
Where to find product info
Label will indicate Made Fresh Salads Jalapeno Cheddar Cream Cheese, 5 lb tub, and expiration date.
What timeline to expect
Refunds or replacements may take 4-8 weeks after you submit a claim.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document all attempts to contact the company.
- File a consumer complaint with the FDA if the company remains unresponsive.
- Consider seeking local consumer protection agency assistance.
How to prevent similar issues
- Check dairy product expiration dates before purchase.
- Avoid 5 lb tubs from unknown suppliers for home use.
- Verify recall status on FDA or manufacturer announcements before consuming dairy products.
Documentation advice
Keep the product packaging, purchase receipt, and all communications with the company for your records.
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Product Details
Model numbers: All expiration dates through 2/27/2026. Sold in: New York. When sold: Unknown. Price: Unknown.
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- 557 total tubs recalled
- Expiration dates through 2/27/2026
- Distributed in New York
- Active recall as of 2026-03-18
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