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Made Fresh Salads Jalapeno Cheddar Cream Cheese 5-lb Tub Recalled for Listeria Contamination (2026)

Made Fresh Salads recalled 557 five-pound tubs of Jalapeno Cheddar Cream Cheese sold in New York after FDA notice of Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recall date is 2026-02-19 and the status remains ACTIVE. Consumers should not consume the product and should contact Made Fresh Salads Inc for refund or replacement information by telephone.

Official notice
Made Fresh SaladsFood & BeveragesAll expiration dates through 2/27/2026.

Source-backed recall notice

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Official source
FDA FOOD
Recall date
February 19, 2026
Status
ACTIVE
Severity
8/10

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

  1. 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
  2. 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
  3. 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Food Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
  4. 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.

  1. Recall announced

    February 19, 2026

  2. Reported by FDA FOOD

    March 18, 2026

  3. RecallRadar source check

    April 18, 2026

  4. 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

  1. Check for brand Made Fresh Salads on Jalapeno Cheddar Cream Cheese.
  2. Confirm size is 5 lb and packaging is a white plastic tub.
  3. 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

Safety Guide

Not sure what to do next? Our guide walks you through the process step by step.

Read: What to Do When You Find a Recalled Product

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERALPREGNANTELDERLYINFANTS
Injury Types
POISONINGOTHER

Product Classification

Product Details

Model Numbers
All expiration dates through 2/27/2026.
Affected States
NY
Report Date
March 18, 2026
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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