Champion Foods Recalls Frozen Cheese Bread Due to Salmonella Risk

Champion Foods has issued a voluntary recall for select batches of its Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread sold at major retailers nationwide, including Costco and Walmart. The recall was initiated following a notification regarding a potential salmonella contamination in milk powder supplied by California Dairies, Inc., which is a key ingredient in the product's cheese sauce blend. While the company reports that no illnesses have been linked to the bread and routine testing has yielded negative results, the recall is being conducted as a precautionary measure to ensure consumer safety.

The affected products include both single and double packs of the 5 Cheese Bread with specific sell-by dates ranging from December 2026 through April 2027. These items were distributed across a wide array of grocery chains, such as Target, Kroger, Publix, and Meijer. Consumers who have purchased these products are advised to check the UPC codes and sell-by dates against the company’s official list to determine if their items are subject to the recall.

This incident highlights the complexities of modern food supply chains, where a single contaminated ingredient—in this case, milk powder—can trigger widespread recalls across multiple retail platforms. Salmonella remains a significant public health concern, capable of causing severe gastrointestinal distress and, in vulnerable populations, life-threatening complications. By acting proactively, Champion Foods aims to mitigate health risks while maintaining transparency with its customer base. Those in possession of the recalled bread are encouraged to contact the manufacturer directly for further guidance.