Bread Recall in Kentucky: Check for Allergen Risk

Hartford Bakery, Inc. is voluntarily recalling Multiple batches of handmade bread have been recalled because of potential contamination with unlisted allergens, as stated in a news announcement from the Food and Drug Administration.

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Here's what we know.

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Which items are under recall?

The Hartford Bakery Inc. is issuing a recall for six batches of its "Lewis Bake Shop Artisan Style 1/2 Loaf" and has removed all items from the six specific batch numbers listed below.

The products being recalled are packaged in a flexible plastic pouch containing the following details:

Batch codes T10 174010206, T10 174010306, T10 174010406, T10 174020206, T10 174020306, T10 174020406 located on the front side of the package.
Net Weight 12 ounces (340 grams), UPC code 24126018152 located at the base of the package.
A shelf life date of 07/13/2025 located on the front part of the package.

What is the reason for the bread recall?

Researchers found that about 883 units of bread from six batches labeled as "Lewis Bake Shop Artisan Style 1/2 Loaf" had noticeable hazelnuts. Although the label states that the items "May Contain Tree Nuts," it doesn’t specifically mention that the bread "Contains Hazelnuts."

A review found a mistake in the packaging transition involving a bread item containing hazelnuts and the previously recalled white bread product. Individuals who have a nut allergy or extreme sensitivity to hazelnuts could experience severe or potentially fatal allergic reactions if they eat these items.

In which locations were the affected items sent?

Bread was handed out to stores in Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, Arkansas, Missouri, Alabama, and Mississippi, such as Kroger and Walmart.

Has there been any illness associated with the product?

The FDA statement indicates that no significant cases of harm or sickness have been documented, although Hartford Bakery acknowledges one customer who had gastrointestinal issues following consumption. The company has also received feedback from consumers who noticed the nuts prior to eating the product.

What actions to take if you bought affected bread products

Individuals who bought the affected items are encouraged to take them back to where they were purchased for a complete reimbursement. Anyone having inquiries can reach out to Hartford Bakery via phone number 812-425-4642 between Monday and Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM Central Time.

This piece was first published in the Louisville Courier Journal: Loaves of bread available for purchase in Kentucky have been taken off shelves because they contain hidden allergens. Here's how you can verify if your product is affected.