Multiple cream cheese and tofu spread varieties were recalled due to a potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Made Fresh Salads, Inc., a company based in Bay Shore, New York, voluntarily recalled several varieties of its cream cheese and tofu spreads distributed in Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx and other New York City areas by direct delivery to retail stores and distributors. The products were distributed in 5 lb. white tubs and have expiration dates through February 27, 2026.
The varieties recalled include the following:
- 5 lb. tub Apple Cinnamon Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Caramel Apple Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Blueberry Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Garlic & Herb Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Jalapeno Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Jalapeno Cheddar Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Lox Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Scallion Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Strawberry Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Sundried Tomato Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Vegetable Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Walnut Raisin Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Whipped Cream Cheese
- 5 lb. tub Tofu Whipped
No illnesses have been reported in connection with the possible listeria contamination. Symptoms for listeriosis include fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance and convulsions sometimes preceded by diarrhea or other gastrointestinal symptoms, according to FSIS.
Consumers who purchased the recalled Made Fresh Salads items are advised to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
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