FDA Recall: Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods Baked Meals for Aluminum Fragment Risk

Quick take: Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods has voluntarily recalled six refrigerated entrées and desserts after hair-thin aluminum fragments were found in the baking pans. If you purchased any of the items listed below with best-by dates between July 6 and August 5, 2026, do not eat them. Return the product to the store for a full refund.

Why did Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods issue this recall?

During an internal quality check on July 30, 2026, Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods, LLC discovered a 2-mm aluminum sliver embedded in a baking pan. The next day, a similar piece was spotted in a finished Chicken Cobbler entrée. Out of an abundance of caution, the company notified the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and removed all products prepared in the same pan lots from commerce.

Recalled Ukrop’s entrées and desserts

The recall covers six refrigerated products sold in Virginia, North Carolina, West Virginia, and Kentucky. Confirm the product name, UPC, net weight, and best-by date on your package.

Impacted Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods products

• Baked Spaghetti – 14.8 oz, UPC 72251528211
• Baked Spaghetti (Bulk) – 62.4 oz, UPC 72251529211
• Chicken Cobbler – 11.6 oz, UPC 72251528457
• Chicken Cobbler (Bulk) – 48 oz, UPC 72251529457
• Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce – 13.8 oz, UPC 72251528044
• Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce (Kit) – 4 lb, UPC 72251591732

Best-by dates: July 6 – August 5, 2026
Shelf life: 5–7 days from production
Retailers: Food Lion, Harris Teeter, Kroger, Libbie Market, Publix, Wegmans (select VA stores), 25th Street Market, military resale outlets, and Ukrop’s Market Hall.

Sources

• FDA Recall Announcement

Health risk: foreign-object injury

Sharp metal fragments can cut the mouth or throat, damage dental work, or cause internal injury if swallowed. As of the publication date, no injuries or illnesses have been reported.

What consumers should do now

• Locate the UPC and best-by date on the package to see whether it matches the recall list.
• Do not consume any affected product.
• Safely dispose of the food or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund—no receipt required.
• Direct questions to Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods at 804-340-3050 (Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. EST).

Company response and corrective actions

Ukrop’s has quarantined all suspect pans, notified its supplier, and instructed retail partners to pull the affected products immediately. The company confirms that no other Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods items are impacted.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods products are under recall?

Six items are affected: Baked Spaghetti (regular and bulk), Chicken Cobbler (regular and bulk), and Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce (regular and kit).

2. How can I confirm my Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods meal is part of the recall?

Match both the UPC code and best-by date (07/06/26–08/05/26) on your package with the list above.

3. What should I do if I already ate a recalled Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods product?

If you notice mouth pain, bleeding, or believe you swallowed metal, seek medical care promptly. Otherwise, monitor for symptoms; no injuries have been reported so far.

4. Can I get a refund for recalled Ukrop’s products without a receipt?

Yes. Retailers have been advised to issue a full refund even if you cannot provide a purchase receipt.

5. Are any other Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods items affected by this recall?

No. Only the six products produced between July 1 and July 30, 2026, are included in the recall.

6. Is it safe to freeze the recalled Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods meals for later use?

No. Freezing does not eliminate the risk posed by metal fragments. Dispose of or return the product instead.

7. How do I contact Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods about the recall?

Call the company’s consumer line at 804-340-3050 during business hours (Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. EST).

Content current as of August 1, 2026. This article is for informational purposes only; always follow official FDA guidance.