Kroger has issued an urgent recall for its Homestyle Cheese Garlic Croutons due to possible salmonella contamination. The recall, announced by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, affects certain lots of the five-ounce pouches produced by Sugar Foods LLC.
The croutons contained a dry milk powder that was previously recalled in April because it may have been contaminated with salmonella. The milk powder was supplied by California Dairies, Inc. to seasoning supplier Solina USA, which then provided the seasoning blend to Sugar Foods. Although the seasoning batches tested negative for salmonella before use, the recall was issued as a precaution.
The affected products have the UPC 0 11110 81353 4 and Use By Dates between February 17, 2027, and April 7, 2027. They were distributed to Kroger stores in 17 states: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, and West Virginia.
No illnesses have been reported so far, but consumers are advised to dispose of the croutons immediately or return them 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. Severe cases may involve high fever, headaches, lethargy, rash, or blood in urine or stool.
