Croutons Recall: Kroger Homestyle Cheese and Garlic
Announced 2026-05-20 · FDA
FDA is recalling Kroger Homestyle Cheese and Garlic Croutons, 5 oz packages (UPC 0 11110 81353 4), distributed by Kroger Co. to distribution centers in Indiana, Tennessee, and Wisconsin. The recall is due to possible Salmonella in the non-fat milk powder used to manufacture the product, as reported by the supplier. About 13,739 cases (12 pouches per case) are affected; multiple Best If Used By dates are included in the recall notice.
| Brand | Sugar Foods LLC |
|---|---|
| Product | Kroger HOMESTYLE Cheese AND Garlic CROUTONS NET WT 5 OZ (141g) UPC 0 11110 81353 4 DISTRIBUTED BY THE KROGER CO., CINCINNATI, OHIO 45202 |
| Reason | Possible Salmonella in croutons. The firm was notified by their supplier that the non-fat milk powder used to manufacture the product was recalled due to possible salmonella. |
| Severity | critical |
| Units affected | 13739 |
| Distribution | Product was shipped to distribution centers in the following states: IN, TN & WI. |
| Agency | FDA |
| Recall / campaign no. | BEST IF USED BY FEB 17 27 BEST IF USED BY FEB 18 27 BEST IF USED BY FEB 27 27 BEST IF USED BY FEB 28 27 BEST IF USED BY MAR 6 27 BEST IF USED BY MAR 9 27 BEST IF USED BY MAR 21 27 BEST IF USED BY APR 1 27 BEST IF USED BY APR 7 27 |
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
- Do not eat this product.
- Check your packaging for UPC 0 11110 81353 4 and the Best If Used By dates; discard or return the product if affected.
- Contact Kroger Customer Service for a refund or replacement, or consult FDA questions.
- If you develop Salmonella symptoms after exposure, seek medical attention and report illness to your local health department.
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