Midwest Supermarkets Recall Cream Cheese Over Salmonella Fears
Hy-Vee and Schnucks issue widespread recalls across several states after salmonella risk is identified in multiple cheese products.
- Hy-Vee and Schnucks supermarkets have initiated recalls for various cream cheese spreads and mixes potentially contaminated with salmonella.
- Affected products include Hy-Vee's whipped and plain cream cheese and Schnucks' whip, strawberry, and cream cheese spreads.
- The recalls span eight Midwestern states, impacting consumers in areas like Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, and Missouri.
- No confirmed illnesses reported, but consumers are advised to discard or return purchased items for refunds.
- The contamination was traced back to a shared supplier, Schreiber Foods, prompting the precautionary recalls.