Ricotta
Also listed as Ricotta Cheese and Whole Milk Ricotta.
Dairy & Eggs
This is what the ingredient is.
Ricotta is a soft fresh whey cheese. Labels may say ricotta or ricotta cheese.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It fills lasagna, stuffed shells, and desserts.
Here is what food agencies say.
Sold as a refrigerated dairy food under FDA dairy labeling and sanitation rules.
Here is what research has found.
Listeria in soft cheese plants has driven ricotta and similar product recalls.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Contains milk. Keep cold; respect use-by dates.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/17/2026