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Food recall · FDA · Published October 19, 2018

Karlsburger Foods, Inc. recalls Karlsburger Kitchens Roasted Onion Base, item # 23650, Net Weight 50 lbs (22.68 kg), UPC 60492-23650. Karlsburger

Karlsburger Foods recalls 50-lb Roasted Onion Base (item #23650) due to potential Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella contamination. Consumers should avoid using affected lots.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-0340-2019FoodKarlsburger ›
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Recalling firmKarlsburger Foods, Inc.3236 Chelsea Rd W, N/A · Monticello, MN 55362-4667
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What happened, in plain English

Karlsburger Foods is recalling a 50-pound Roasted Onion Base product because it may contain harmful bacteria including Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella. This recall is important because these bacteria can cause foodborne illness, especially for vulnerable groups like pregnant women, young children, and the elderly. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/18253-karlsburger-roasted-onion-base-recall-listeria-and-salmonella-risk.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/18253-karlsburger-roasted-onion-base-recall-listeria-and-salmonella-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0340-2019

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“Karlsburger Roasted Onion Base Recall: Listeria and Salmonella Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/18253-karlsburger-roasted-onion-base-recall-listeria-and-salmonella-risk. Based on FDA recall #F-0340-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0340-2019%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The product may contain Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella bacteria, which can cause food poisoning. These bacteria can lead to serious health issues, particularly for vulnerable populations such as pregnant women, young children, and the elderly.

Who’s affected

Anyone who purchased the Karlsburger Kitchens Roasted Onion Base (item #23650) with the lot numbers 6122001, 7030101, or 8012401. Pregnant individuals, young children, and the elderly are at higher risk for foodborne illness from this product.

How to tell if you have this one

Check the product label for the item number 23650, net weight 50 lbs (22.68 kg), and UPC 60492-23650. Affected lots are 6122001, 7030101, and 8012401.

  • Brand
    Karlsburger
  • Product
    Karlsburger Kitchens Roasted Onion Base, item # 23650, Net Weight 50 lbs (22.68 kg), UPC 60492-23650. Karlsburger
  • Category
    Food
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Product Label

    Look for the item number 23650, net weight 50 lbs (22.68 kg), and UPC 60492-23650 on the product label.

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Questions people ask

What is the specific product being recalled?

Karlsburger Kitchens Roasted Onion Base, item #23650, with a net weight of 50 lbs (22.68 kg).

Which lot numbers are affected?

Lot numbers 6122001, 7030101, and 8012401.

How can I tell if I have the recalled product?

Check the product label for item #23650, net weight 50 lbs (22.68 kg), and UPC 60492-23650. Affected lots are 6122001, 7030101, and 8012401.

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Contact Karlsburger

We’ve drafted a message you can send Karlsburger to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall F-0340-2019 — Karlsburger Karlsburger Kitchens Roasted Onion Base, item # 23650, Net Weight 50 lbs (22.68 kg), UP

Hello,

I own a Karlsburger Kitchens Roasted Onion Base, item # 23650, Net Weight 50 lbs (22.68 kg), UPC 60492-23650. Karlsburger that is covered by recall F-0340-2019 from Karlsburger.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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  • Official source: FDA Recall #F-0340-2019 (October 19, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0340-2019 to see it in context.
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