Kroger Recalls Sugar Foods Croutons Over Possible Salmonella

A California-based food company has voluntarily recalled specific lots of Kroger-brand croutons due to potential salmonella contamination. The recall, announced by Sugar Foods LLC on May 15, affects Kroger Homestyle Cheese Garlic Croutons sold in 5-ounce pouches.

The products being recalled have the Universal Product Code (UPC) 0 11110 81353 4 and specific "Best If Used By" dates ranging from February 17, 2027, to April 7, 2027. The croutons were distributed to Kroger stores in 17 states between March 7 and April 7, 2026. The affected states include Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.

According to the recall notice posted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the potential contamination is linked to a milk powder ingredient used in the product's seasoning. The company stated that the milk powder was supplied by California Dairies, Inc. to its seasoning supplier, Solina USA, and was then incorporated into the seasoning blend used on the croutons. Sugar Foods LLC noted that the affected seasoning batches tested negative for salmonella...