{"id":3781,"date":"2026-02-26T07:35:22","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T12:35:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nycnewsnetwork.com\/healthynyc\/understanding-the-listeria-scare-nyc-cream-cheese-recall-hits-long-island\/"},"modified":"2026-02-26T07:35:22","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T12:35:22","slug":"understanding-the-listeria-scare-nyc-cream-cheese-recall-hits-long-island","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nycnewsnetwork.com\/healthynyc\/understanding-the-listeria-scare-nyc-cream-cheese-recall-hits-long-island\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding the Listeria Scare: NYC Cream Cheese Recall Hits Long Island"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"484\">New York City grocery stores, bagel shops, and delis are on alert after a voluntary recall of several cream cheese products by a Long Island-based company, due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"661\">This recall includes multiple cream cheese flavors in large tubs that were delivered to both retail and food service outlets across NYC, including Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"838\">While no illnesses have been confirmed so far, authorities are strongly advising consumers to inspect their refrigerators and act quickly if they possess the affected products.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"889\"><strong>Key Details: Cream Cheese Recall in NYC<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"1291\">\n<li data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"945\">\n<p data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"945\">Company: <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Made Fresh Salads, Inc.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"1001\">\n<p data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"1001\">Location: <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Bay Shore<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1064\">\n<p data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1064\">Reason: Potential <em data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1048\">Listeria monocytogenes<\/em> contamination<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1123\">\n<p data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1123\">Impacted Products: Assorted cream cheese types<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1175\">\n<p data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1175\">Expiry Dates: Up to Feb. 27, 2026<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1238\">\n<p data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1238\">Distribution Area: NYC retail and food service<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1291\">\n<p data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1291\">Reported Illnesses: None so far<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83d\udd17 <strong data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1382\">Official FDA Recall Notification:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1385\" \/>\ud83d\udc49 <a href='https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/safety\/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts\/made-fresh-salads-inc-recalls-assorted-flavors-cream-cheese-because-possible-health-risk'><em data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1486\">Made Fresh Salads, Inc. Recalls Assorted Flavors of Cream Cheese Because of Possible Health Risk<\/em><\/a> \u2014 U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1328\"><strong>Which Products Are Included?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1866\">The recall includes the following Made Fresh Salads, Inc. cream cheese products, each packaged in 5-pound plastic containers:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"2263\">\n<li data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1899\">\n<p data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1899\">Apple Cinnamon cream cheese<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1930\">\n<p data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1930\">Caramel Apple cream cheese<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"1957\">\n<p data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"1957\">Blueberry cream cheese<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1958\" data-end=\"1988\">\n<p data-start=\"1960\" data-end=\"1988\">Garlic &#038; Herb cream cheese<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2014\">\n<p data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2014\">Jalape\u00f1o cream cheese<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2048\">\n<p data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2048\">Jalape\u00f1o Cheddar cream cheese<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2069\">\n<p data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2069\">Lox cream cheese<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2095\">\n<p data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2095\">Scallion cream cheese<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2123\">\n<p data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2123\">Strawberry cream cheese<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2156\">\n<p data-start=\"2126\" data-end=\"2156\">Sundried Tomato cream cheese<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2183\">\n<p data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2183\">Vegetable cream cheese<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2214\">\n<p data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2214\">Walnut Raisin cream cheese<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2215\" data-end=\"2239\">\n<p data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2239\">Whipped cream cheese<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2263\">\n<p data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2263\">Tofu whipped spread<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2433\">All recalled products have expiration dates up to February 27, 2026. If your business or household has any of these, do not eat them.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1868\"><strong>Reason for the Recall<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"2108\">Routine quality checks detected possible Listeria contamination, prompting the company to recall all affected items and cooperate with health officials. A specific mixer involved has been taken out of use.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2238\">Listeria <em data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2171\">does not always change taste, odor, or appearance<\/em>, meaning even seemingly fresh cream cheese may be unsafe.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2245\" data-end=\"2285\"><strong>Why Listeria Is a Concern<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2785\" data-end=\"2907\"><em data-start=\"2785\" data-end=\"2809\">Listeria monocytogenes<\/em> is a bacteria that can lead to listeriosis, particularly harmful for:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2909\" data-end=\"3033\">\n<li data-start=\"2909\" data-end=\"2957\">\n<p data-start=\"2911\" data-end=\"2957\">Pregnant people and their unborn children<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2958\" data-end=\"2974\">\n<p data-start=\"2960\" data-end=\"2974\">Older adults<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2975\" data-end=\"2993\">\n<p data-start=\"2977\" data-end=\"2993\">Young children<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2994\" data-end=\"3033\">\n<p data-start=\"2996\" data-end=\"3033\">Those with weak immune systems<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3035\" data-end=\"3187\">Unlike typical stomach bugs, listeriosis can enter the bloodstream and cause severe symptoms such as:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3189\" data-end=\"3278\">\n<li data-start=\"3189\" data-end=\"3198\">\n<p data-start=\"3191\" data-end=\"3198\">Fever<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3199\" data-end=\"3218\">\n<p data-start=\"3201\" data-end=\"3218\">Severe headache<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3219\" data-end=\"3233\">\n<p data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3233\">Stiff neck<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3234\" data-end=\"3244\">\n<p data-start=\"3236\" data-end=\"3244\">Nausea<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3245\" data-end=\"3265\">\n<p data-start=\"3247\" data-end=\"3265\">Abdominal cramps<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3266\" data-end=\"3278\">\n<p data-start=\"3268\" data-end=\"3278\">Diarrhea<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3280\" data-end=\"3410\">High-risk individuals may develop meningitis, miscarriage, stillbirth, or life-threatening infections.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3412\" data-end=\"3673\">Listeria is hard to detect\u2014it can <strong data-start=\"3470\" data-end=\"3508\">s<\/strong>urvive in the fridge and doesn&#8217;t always cause visible changes. Cream cheese could look fine but still be unsafe.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3412\" data-end=\"3673\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4847\" src=\"https:\/\/nycnewsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Cream-Cheese-Recall-NYC-4-1.jpg\" alt=\"Cream Cheese Recall NYC\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3680\" data-end=\"3719\"><strong>Concern for NYC Buyers<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3721\" data-end=\"3901\">Though no illnesses have yet been linked to this recall, authorities treat Listeria as a significant public health threat and advise widespread caution.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3903\" data-end=\"4206\">New Yorkers use cream cheese widely\u2014from simple bagels to pastries and deli salads. Many businesses may not keep detailed supplier records, but the recall distribution is extensive across retail and food service.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4208\" data-end=\"4380\">If you\u2019ve eaten any recalled cream cheese and begin experiencing symptoms\u2014especially if you&#8217;re in a high-risk group\u2014contact a doctor immediately.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4208\" data-end=\"4380\">Although no cases are linked to this cream cheese recall, it closely follows a prior <em data-start=\"3174\" data-end=\"3210\">Listeria-related food safety warning<\/em> we previously reported about recalled salmon items in NYC and New Jersey. (See: <a href='https:\/\/nycnewsnetwork.com\/eatanddrink\/nyc-shoppers-listeria-alert-salmon-recall-at-bjs-ny-and-nj\/'><em data-start=\"3294\" data-end=\"3356\">NYC Shoppers Listeria Alert: Salmon Recall at BJ\u2019s NY and NJ<\/em><\/a>.)<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4387\" data-end=\"4444\"><strong>Steps to Take If You Purchased Recalled Cream Cheese<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4446\" data-end=\"4534\">If you own any of the recalled cream cheese items with affected expiration dates:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"4536\" data-end=\"4875\">\n<li data-start=\"4536\" data-end=\"4557\">\n<p data-start=\"4539\" data-end=\"4557\">Don\u2019t eat it.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4558\" data-end=\"4625\">\n<p data-start=\"4561\" data-end=\"4625\">Return unopened tubs for a refund if you can.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4626\" data-end=\"4696\">\n<p data-start=\"4629\" data-end=\"4696\">Otherwise, dispose of it in a sealed bag.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4697\" data-end=\"4801\">\n<p data-start=\"4700\" data-end=\"4801\">Don&#8217;t taste it\u2014appearance is not a guarantee of safety.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4802\" data-end=\"4875\">\n<p data-start=\"4805\" data-end=\"4875\">Contact Made Fresh Salads, Inc. at 1-718-765-0082 if you have questions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"4877\" data-end=\"5000\">Visit the official FDA recall website (link above) for more info and product images.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5007\" data-end=\"5030\"><strong>Who Is At Greatest Risk?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5032\" data-end=\"5101\">These groups are more likely to suffer serious illness from Listeria:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5103\" data-end=\"5516\">\n<li data-start=\"5103\" data-end=\"5207\">\n<p data-start=\"5105\" data-end=\"5207\">Pregnant individuals: Risk of miscarriage or severe newborn illness.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5208\" data-end=\"5291\">\n<p data-start=\"5210\" data-end=\"5291\">Older adults (65+): Prone to infections like meningitis.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5292\" data-end=\"5383\">\n<p data-start=\"5294\" data-end=\"5383\">Infants and young kids: Immune system not fully developed.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5384\" data-end=\"5516\">\n<p data-start=\"5386\" data-end=\"5516\">Immunocompromised: Higher danger if fighting chronic disease or under treatment.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5518\" data-end=\"5586\">Healthy adults can also be affected, so all should use care.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5593\" data-end=\"5626\"><strong>Why NYC Should Take Note<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5628\" data-end=\"5840\">This recall demonstrates how rapidly food safety incidents can disrupt life in New York, where bagel shops, restaurants, and supermarkets all rely heavily on dairy supplies.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5842\" data-end=\"6090\">Cream cheese is a core NYC food, spanning breakfast, desserts, and more. A recall this widespread can cause confusion and legitimate health fears.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6092\" data-end=\"6318\">Commercial kitchens especially should verify their stocks. Serving even one affected batch may endanger customers and expose businesses to risk.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"6325\" data-end=\"6374\"><strong>Tips for Dairy Product Safety<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6376\" data-end=\"6566\">Listeria can survive even in refrigeration, so most recalls require full removal\u2014not just temporary notice.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6568\" data-end=\"6606\">Here\u2019s how to help protect yourself:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"6608\" data-end=\"6928\">\n<li data-start=\"6608\" data-end=\"6662\">\n<p data-start=\"6610\" data-end=\"6662\">Always keep dairy chilled.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6663\" data-end=\"6730\">\n<p data-start=\"6665\" data-end=\"6730\">Stay updated on recall alerts from the FDA or local health officials.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6731\" data-end=\"6827\">\n<p data-start=\"6733\" data-end=\"6827\">If uncertain about a product\u2019s safety, ask the store or manufacturer before eating it.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6828\" data-end=\"6928\">\n<p data-start=\"6830\" data-end=\"6928\">Never eat items that fall under expired recall periods.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"6930\" data-end=\"7020\">Always consult the FDA recall page for updates and more details.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6930\" data-end=\"7020\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4846\" src=\"https:\/\/nycnewsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Cream-Cheese-Recall-NYC-3.jpg\" alt=\"Cream Cheese Recall NYC\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"7027\" data-end=\"7040\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"7042\" data-end=\"7184\">The cream cheese recall in NYC is a stark reminder that no routine food is immune from safety risks\u2014even the humble bagel spread.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7186\" data-end=\"7345\">If you spot any listed recalled cream cheese flavors, or notice the specified expiration dates, play it safe and avoid eating them.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7347\" data-end=\"7370\">It\u2019s better to be cautious than regretful.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>New York City grocery stores, bagel shops, and delis are on alert after a voluntary recall of several cream cheese products by a Long Island-based company, due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. 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