# Major Recall Alert: Made Fresh Salads Brand Garlic & Herb Cream Cheese; 5 lb White Plastic Tub Recalled Due to Potential Listeria Contamination
Consumers and food safety enthusiasts, take note! Made Fresh Salads Inc has issued an urgent recall for their **Garlic & Herb Cream Cheese** (sold in 5 lb white plastic tubs) due to the potential contamination with **Listeria monocytogenes**. This harmful bacterium can pose serious health risks, especially to vulnerable populations. Here's everything you need to know about this important recall.
## Why This Recall is Important
Food recalls involving **Listeria monocytogenes** are always a serious matter. This bacterium can lead to **listeriosis**, an infection that has the potential to cause severe illness. Those most at risk include:
- Pregnant women, who may experience pregnancy complications or miscarriages.
- Older adults, who are more susceptible to severe infections.
- Individuals with weakened immune systems.
In some cases, listeriosis can even lead to **life-threatening symptoms** such as meningitis, causing long-term health complications or death. Therefore, it’s crucial for anyone in possession of this product to handle it with extreme caution.
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## Details of the Recall
Here’s what you need to know about the recalled product:
- **Brand Name**: Made Fresh Salads Inc
- **Product**: Garlic & Herb Cream Cheese
- **Container Details**: Sold in **5 lb white plastic tubs**
- **Reason for Recall**: Potential contamination with **Listeria monocytogenes**
- **Safety Measures**: If you have purchased this product, contact the company immediately via telephone for further instructions.
- **Date Announced**: [31714](#)
For a visual reference, take a look at the package image here:
Although no illnesses have been reported as of now, it is essential to dispose of or return the affected product immediately.
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## What You Should Do
If you have purchased the Made Fresh Salads **Garlic & Herb Cream Cheese** in the 5 lb white plastic tub:
1. **Stop consuming the product immediately**: Do not eat, cook, or serve any part of the affected item.
2. **Check your storage for affected products**: If you’ve stored this product in your refrigerator, discard it carefully to avoid further contamination.
3. **Contact the manufacturer**: Reach out to Made Fresh Salads Inc via telephone for refund and replacement instructions or to ask further questions regarding the recall.
4. **Clean your refrigerator**: After disposing of the product, clean and sanitize any surfaces that may have come into contact with the contaminated product to eliminate the risk of listeria spreading.
Your safety is a top priority in any food recall, so taking fast action is essential.
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Preventing the spread of **Listeria monocytogenes** starts with awareness. Stay informed, discard the recalled products, clean and sanitize thoroughly, and ensure your food safety measures are always up to date. For further questions or concerns, reach out to Made Fresh Salads Inc immediately.
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