Kroger has recalled certain lots of its Homestyle Cheese Garlic Croutons over possible salmonella contamination, with the affected products sold in 17 US states.
The recall, announced by manufacturer Sugar Foods LLC, follows the discovery that the croutons contained a dry milk powder previously recalled in April due to potential salmonella contamination. The powder was supplied by California Dairies, Inc. to seasoning supplier Solina USA, which incorporated it into a blend used on the croutons.
According to the company, the affected seasoning batches tested negative for salmonella prior to use, and the recall is being issued "out of an abundance of caution." No illnesses have been reported in connection with the croutons.
The croutons were sold in five-ounce pouches with the UPC 0 11110 81353 4, and use-by dates between 17 February 2027 and 7 April 2027. They were distributed between 7 March 2026 and 7 April 2026 to Kroger stores in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin and West Virginia.
Consumers who have purchased the product are advised to dispose of it immediately or return it to the store for a refund. Salmonella infections can cause symptoms such as diarrhoea, fever and abdominal cramps within 12 to 72 hours of consumption, typically lasting four to seven days.
The recalled milk powder has also been linked to other product recalls, including Ghirardelli hot cocoa and frappe mixes, several breakfast pizzas sold at Aldi and Walmart, and Good and Gather's Mexican Street Corn Trail Mix at Target.
