## Butter Your Up, Butter Down! Kirkland Signature Butter Recall Due to Sneaky Milk Allergen
Hold onto your bagels, folks, because there's a buttery bombshell dropping from the warehouse of dreams. Kirkland Signature, the beloved in-house brand that graces every Costco shopper's cart, is facing a recall of its unsalted butter. And the culprit? A sneaky, undeclared milk allergen.
Yes, you read that right. The very ingredient that makes butter, well, butter, has managed to pull a fast one and evade the ingredient list on some of its tubs. It’s like a cake being recalled for containing…cake. But in the world of allergies, this oversight can be no laughing matter, and Costco is taking it seriously.
So, What Exactly Happened?
According to the official recall notice, a limited quantity of Kirkland Signature Unsalted Butter is being pulled from shelves due to the potential presence of
undeclared milk. This means that while the butter
is butter (and therefore contains milk), the packaging failed to explicitly state this on the ingredient list for a specific batch.
Imagine this: you're a devoted Kirkland fan, you've bought your trusty tub of unsalted butter, confident in its purity. You whip up a batch of your famous cookies, only to realize later that your lactose-intolerant Uncle Barry had a rather
explosive afternoon. Not the kind of holiday cheer anyone’s looking for.
The Affected Product: A Detective's Guide
For those who are either vigilant ingredient checkers or have a milk-allergy-afflicted loved one, here’s what you need to know to identify the potentially problematic butter:
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Product: Kirkland Signature Unsalted Butter
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Size: 1 lb. (4 sticks, 16 oz.)
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UPC Code: 096619-20137 (This is your golden ticket, or rather, your "avoid this ticket")
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Lot Codes: The recall is specifically for lot codes
23297 and
23307. These are usually found stamped on the side or bottom of the butter packaging. Think of them as the butter's secret handshake.
Why the Fuss About "Undeclared Milk"?
For the vast majority of us, milk in butter is as obvious as a squirrel hoarding nuts. However, for individuals with
milk allergies or
lactose intolerance, even trace amounts can trigger severe reactions. This recall is a crucial safety measure to protect these consumers from accidental exposure. It’s a stark reminder that even familiar products can have unexpected twists.
What Should You Do If You Have the Butter?
Costco, in its usual customer-centric fashion, is urging anyone who has purchased the affected butter to
return it to their local Costco warehouse for a full refund. You don't even need the receipt – just bring the butter (or what's left of it) back to the customer service desk, and they'll sort you out.
Key Takeaways for Your Inner Costco Connoisseur:
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Don't Panic: This is a targeted recall, and the vast majority of Kirkland Signature butter is perfectly fine.
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Check Your Stash: Take a peek at your butter's UPC and lot codes. If they match the recalled ones, safely dispose of it (or return it!).
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Communicate: If you’ve shared your Costco butter bounty with friends or family, give them a heads-up, especially if they have dairy sensitivities.
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Trust the Red Vest: Costco's commitment to customer safety is on full display with this proactive recall.
The Lighter Side of the Dairy Drama
While the implications of the recall are serious for those affected, it's hard not to chuckle a little at the irony. It’s a testament to the sheer power of milk in butter that it can, in a roundabout way, be "undeclared." Perhaps the butter was trying to go incognito, a dairy-based spy on a mission.
Or maybe, just maybe, the elves in the Kirkland Signature packaging department were having a particularly enthusiastic butter-spreading contest that day and overlooked a crucial detail. We can only speculate, but one thing is for sure: this recall will likely become a legendary tale whispered among Costco aisles for years to come.
So, the next time you're reaching for that golden brick of Kirkland Signature butter, take a moment to appreciate the transparency. And if you happen to have the recalled batch, well, consider it a unique opportunity for a swift trip back to Costco, armed with your potentially allergen-laden butter and a story to tell. Happy (safe) spreading, everyone!
