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High RiskReported May 20, 2026 (6 weeks ago)

Kroger HOMESTYLE Cheese AND Garlic CROUTONS NET WT 5 OZ (141g) UPC…

Recalled by Sugar Foods LLC

Food recall

Sugar Foods LLC

Class I — most serious

There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.

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Sugar Foods LLC has recalled Kroger HOMESTYLE Cheese AND Garlic CROUTONS NET WT 5 OZ (141g) UPC…, according to data published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall was reported on May 20, 2026 and was initiated on April 27, 2026. It is classified as a Class I recall, which means there is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.

Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the FDA record linked further down this page.

What was recalled?

This recall covers Kroger HOMESTYLE Cheese AND Garlic CROUTONS NET WT 5 OZ (141g) UPC…, with approximately 13,739cs/12/5oz pouches affected. The company behind the recall is Sugar Foods LLC, based in Villa Rica, GA. The FDA describes the product as: “Kroger HOMESTYLE Cheese AND Garlic CROUTONS NET WT 5 OZ (141g) UPC 0 11110 81353 4 DISTRIBUTED BY THE KROGER CO., CINCINNATI, OHIO 45202”

Why was Kroger HOMESTYLE Cheese AND Garlic CROUTONS NET WT 5 OZ (141g) UPC… recalled?

According to the FDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “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.” In plain terms, this recall relates to Salmonella.

Salmonella is a group of bacteria that is one of the most common causes of foodborne illness in the United States. Public health authorities note that infections can lead to symptoms such as fever, diarrhea, and stomach cramps, and that young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness. Because it can spread through contaminated food, regulators treat Salmonella findings seriously.

What should you do?

If you think you may have bought Kroger HOMESTYLE Cheese AND Garlic CROUTONS NET WT 5 OZ (141g) UPC…, compare it against the product description and identifying codes (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…) before using it.

The general guidance for a matching product is to stop using it and follow the instructions in the official FDA recall notice, which may include a repair, replacement, refund, or safe disposal. When in doubt, contact Sugar Foods LLC or your local health authority.

About this recall

This recall was distributed in GA. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public FDA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the FDA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.

Full recall details

Status
Completed
Date reported
May 20, 2026
Recall started
April 27, 2026
Distributed in
GA
What was recalled
Kroger HOMESTYLE Cheese AND Garlic CROUTONS NET WT 5 OZ (141g) UPC 0 11110 81353 4 DISTRIBUTED BY THE KROGER CO., CINCINNATI, OHIO 45202
Why it was recalled (as stated by the FDA)
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.
How to identify the affected product
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
Amount recalled
13,739cs/12/5oz pouches

What you can do

Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.

Quick answers

Why was Kroger HOMESTYLE Cheese AND Garlic CROUTONS NET WT 5 OZ (141g) UPC… recalled?+

According to the FDA: Possible Salmonella in croutons.

How serious is this recall?+

Class I — most serious. There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.

What should I do if I have Kroger HOMESTYLE Cheese AND Garlic CROUTONS NET WT 5 OZ (141g) UPC…?+

Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.

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View the official FDA record

Opens the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) data for this recall.

Recall number: H-0781-2026. Information last synced from the FDA on July 6, 2026.

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