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
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
- Colors
- White
- 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
Strawberry Cream Cheese is sold as a 5 lb tub product in dairy aisles and is used as a spread or ingredient in recipes.
Why This Is Dangerous
The recall is due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, which can cause serious illness if consumed.
Industry Context
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
Consumers who purchased these tubs should discard them and contact the company for a refund or replacement.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check for Made Fresh Salads Strawberry Cream Cheese 5 lb tub
- Verify expiration date; all dates through 2/27/2026 are included
- If affected, do not use the product and discard it
Where to find product info
FDA enforcement report H-0563-2026 at the provided URL
What timeline to expect
Refunds or replacements are processed according to company instructions; typical timelines are not specified by the recall itself
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- File a complaint with FDA or state health department for guidance
- Keep records of all communications and receipts
- Consider consumer protection assistance
How to prevent similar issues
- Check expiry dates on dairy products before purchase
- Avoid bulk dairy purchases with unclear dating
- Buy from retailers that post recall information
Documentation advice
Keep recall notices, product packaging, and any communications with the company for records
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Product Details
Brand: Made Fresh Salads Product: Strawberry Cream Cheese, 5 lb white plastic tub Quantity: 557 tubs Expiration dates affected: All dates through 2/27/2026 Distribution: New York Recall date: 2026-02-19 Status: ACTIVE Hazard: Listeria monocytogenes contamination Remedy: Refund or replacement; contact by telephone FDA recall page: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/enforcement/enforce_rpt-Product-Tabs.cfm?recall_number=H-0563-2026
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- 557 total tubs recalled
- Each tub is 5 lb and white
- Expiration dates affected through 2/27/2026
- Distributed in New York
- Brand: Made Fresh Salads
- Hazard: Listeria monocytogenes contamination
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