Date of Recall:
April 10, 2008

Products Recalled:
Cracker Barrel Chocolate-Covered Peanuts and Almonds

Product Information:
Recalled products were packaged in clear 5-ounce polybags with a red and white diamond pattern on the label.

Recalling Firm:
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc.
Lebanon, TN

Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-333-9566.

Problem/Reason for Recall:
The recalled product may contain undeclared peanuts or almonds.  People with allergies or severe sensitivities to peanuts or almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening reaction if they consume the recalled product.

The product labeled as containing chocolate-covered almonds may contain chocolate double-dipped peanuts and the product labeled as containing chocolate double-dipped peanuts may contain chocolate covered almonds.

No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported to date.  No other candies or packaged food items are a part of this recall, and there is no health risk for consumers who are not allergic to peanuts or almonds. 

The recall was initiated after the issue was reported by Cracker Barrel store management upon receipt of the product. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the supplier's labeling and packaging processes. This labeling error was limited in scope and no other food products were involved. 

Consumers who purchased these products are urged to return them to any Cracker Barrel location for a full refund.

Distribution:     To all Cracker Barrel Old Country Store locations in 41 states.

Press Release:    Yes, not yet posted on FDA