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SELECTION:• Select roots with a smooth skin and a spicy, fresh smell.

The roots should feel heavy and be firm.• For more spicy ginger, select roots that are longer.

FUN FACTS:

• Queen Elizabeth I of England is credited with the invention of the gingerbread man cookie.• In the 13th and 14th centuries, ginger was very valuable. Just one pound of it had the worth of one sheep.• Most ginger ale, ginger beer, and ginger wine truly are flavored with a very small amount of ginger.

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• 1 tsp. of minced, fresh ginger is only 2 calories, and 5 slices of pickled ginger are less than 20 calories.• Numerous studies have shown that ginger can protect against age-related brain function decline.• Ginger has a very long history in helping with digestion, and treating nausea and indigestion. (If you are pregnant,please

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• Wrap fresh, unpeeled ginger root in a paper towel and place it in a plastic bag and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

• Fresh, unpeeled, wrapped ginger root can also be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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1. Sprinkle the sliced ginger with salt; stir to coat, and, let stand for 40 minutes.

2. Place the ginger in a clean, sealable jar.3. In a saucepan, stir together the vinegar and sugar until the sugar

has dissolved. Then bring this mixture to a boil.4. Pour the boiling mixture into the jar containing the ginger. Make

sure that all the ginger is covered by pushing the ginger down, if necessary.

5. Let the mixture cool and then place the lid tightly on the jar. The liquid will change to a slightly pink color.

6. Store the ginger in the refrigerator for at least one week. Do not open the jar!

7. The ginger is ready to be consumed after one week.

• 8 oz. fresh ginger root, peeled and sliced• 2 tsp. salt

• 1 cup rice vinegar• cup granulated white sugar

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Ingredients: 4 servings

• 1 lb. boneless ¾ inch thick pork loin cutlets

• 2 tbsp. olive oil• 1 tbsp. and 1 tsp. minced

fresh ginger root• 1 medium onion, diced• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce• 2 tbsp. hoisin sauce• ¼ tsp. salt• ¼ tsp. pepper• cup carrots, shredded• 3 green onions, chopped

• 8 bibb lettuce leaves• ½ English cucumber, finely

chopped (optional)• ½ cup salted peanuts, chopped

(optional)• Dash or two of red pepper flakes

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1. Cut the pork cutlets into 1-inch cubes and season with salt and pepper.2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and begin cooking the onions until

nearly translucent. Add the pork, ginger, and garlic.3. Toss to brown the pork on each side. Then add the sauces along with

2 tbsp. water.4. Cover and cook until the pork reaches 165 degrees F, using a meat

thermometer. (If needed, add water 1 tbsp. at a time to keep the outside of the pork from burning while it reaches the required food safe temperature.)

5. Assemble the wraps by placing ⅛ of the pork mixture on each bibb leaf and then top with shredded carrots, green onions, and if desired, peanuts and cucumber.

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The "Thinking Outside the Box" meals offer quick solutions for your busy lifestyle that you can feel confident in knowing they are healthy and economical. You'll also see tips and suggestions on how to use the leftover items after preparing your meal. They feature a key nutrient and align with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and may even be a tastier and healthier version of a high-fat or high-calorie dish. Find the ingredients for the latest "Thinking Outside the Box" recipe, Cincinnati Chili, at special savings at your commissary now!

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• 1 lb. of lean ground beef • 1 medium onion, finely chopped• ½ green pepper, chopped• ½ red pepper, chopped• 1 can low-sodium kidney beans,

drained and rinsed• 1 tbsp. vinegar• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 14-15 oz. can tomato sauce• 1 6 oz. can tomato paste• 1 tsp. dark chocolate, cocoa powder,

or 1 oz. piece of a dark chocolate candy bar (72% cocoa or higher)

• 1 tbsp. + 1 tsp. chili powder• ¾ tsp. cumin• ¼ tsp. cinnamon

• ¼ tsp. ground allspice (can substitute cloves—just a little different taste)

• 2 bay leaves• 8 oz. whole wheat spaghetti noodles• 10 oz. match stick carrots (optional)• 4 oz. sharp cheddar cheese (optional)• 1 bunch of green onions

1. Place the chopped vegetables in a microwave safe dish with ¼ cup of water and the bay leaf. Cover and microwave for 6-8 minutes until tender.

2. While the vegetables are cooking, begin cooking the ground beef in a large sauce pan on medium heat. Cook the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain the grease. Turn heat to low. Quickly remove the cooked vegetables from the microwave add them (undrained) along with the bay leaf to the cooked beef.

3. Add the tomato sauce and gently mix into the beef. Add the drained kidney beans, and tomato paste. Gently mix until the

paste is incorporated. Add the spices. Mix and then turn the heat up to medium and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning and sticking.

4. While the chili is cooking, cook the pasta according to package directions.

5. Add the cocoa or piece of dark chocolate to the chili and mix in until incorporated or melted.

6. Place ¼ of the cooked pasta on a plate and top with ¼ of the chili. Garnish with carrots (optional), ¼ of the shredded cheese, and a sprinkle of green onion. Serve with a piece of fresh fruit or a small garden salad to round out the meal.

When one looks at ancient writings related to health and wellness up to the current day’s scientifically proven medical professional guidance, we see the importance of consuming fruits and vegetables to promote optimal health, ward off ailments (ancient times), and lower the risk of diseases front and center. The importance of fruits and vegetables in the diet has stood the test of time and is consistent in all cultures. In fact, when we really think about it, in relation to all the diets through the years—the good (science based) ones like the DASH and Mediterranean diets to even the “fads” like the cabbage soup diet or fruit cleanse all seem to have one thing in common: they promote produce. The reason for this is simple, for the most part they are high in key vitamins and minerals, low in calories by weight, and a great source of fiber to help us feel full. But if you really think about it, they are also the foods that can be readily eaten without cooking. When one really looks at it, they are truly the original convenience foods.

So why do we, as a nation, still don’t eat the recommended number of fruits and vegetables? There’s public health messaging out there promoting making half the plate fruits and vegetables for most meals as well as guidance from the Department of Defense to aim for 8 servings per day of fruits and vegetables and even provides graphics of 2 servings for each meal and one serving at each snack. Perhaps one reason could be that people may be bored with the way they think fruits and vegetables should be consumed. For example, vegetables are either eaten as salads or served warm as a side and fruits are consumed cold.

Because the goal is to consume more fruits and vegetables, here are some interesting strategies to add them to your meals and snacks:1. Add chopped mushrooms to ground meat dishes2. Double up on the number of servings of vegetables at mealtimes3. When you are hungry between meals, reach for piece of fruit or chopped vegetables first and most of the time. Many have said, this is a great way to mindfully make the distinction between hunger and cravings.4. Use a combination of fresh, canned and frozen produce in dishes to cut down on the workload of preparing meals5. Mix berries into your typical salad in place of croutons6. Try grilling fruits and vegetables. Grilled peaches and pineapple are delicious!7. Add fruits into entrées with meat for a sweet and savory dish8. Use pureed fruit as a condiment9. Add fermented vegetables such as kimchi or sauerkraut to your meal pattern to add a bit more flavor

This meal uses a few of the strategies above as an example of how easy and interesting meals can be when loaded with produce

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