Ricotta Cheese Tub
Also listed as Fresh Ricotta Tub.
Dairy & Eggs
This is what the ingredient is.
Ricotta Cheese Tub is soft whey cheese sold in plastic tubs. Labels may say ricotta cheese.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It is used in lasagna, stuffed shells, and desserts.
Here is what food agencies say.
FDA cheese labeling applies.
Here is what research has found.
Soft cheeses can appear in Listeria-related recalls.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Keep cold after opening; discard if moldy or sour beyond normal tang.
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 9/29/2026