PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – Atkinson Milling Company has issued a recall on several of its hushpuppy products due to an undeclared allergen.
On Nov. 29, the company discovered several of their hushpuppies did not have milk listed in the “ingredients” or “contains” section, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The impacted products are listed below:
| Product | Size | UPC | LOT/MFG Codes | Use by date |
| Hushpuppies with onions | 1 lb | 0 72119 20718 2 | All lot codes | Sell by dates before July 24, 2026 |
| Hushpuppies with onions | 2 lb 8 oz | 0 72119 20305 4 | All lot codes | Sell by dates before Nov. 11, 2026 |
| Hushpuppies | 2 lb 8 oz | 0 72119 20304 7 | All lot codes | Sell by dates before Oct. 16, 2026 |
The affected hushpuppies have incorrect labeling up to Dec. 2, 2024, and were sold in the states of Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia.
The company released a statement on the recall, which can be read in part below.
Atkinson’s takes allergies and food safety seriously. We are sorry for this oversight and will continue to make strides to prevent this from ever happening again. We are deeply appreciative of each and every one of our customers.
Atkinson Milling Company
As of Dec. 5, no illnesses have been reported in connection with the recall.
Customers who have purchased the impacted hushpuppies are urged to return the items to the store of purchase for a full refund.
For more information, contact the Atkinson’s Consumer Department at 1-800-948-5707 from Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. through 5 p.m.