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Page 1 DISCLAIMER: PICTURES ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION ONLY. THE PRODUCTS INCLUDED IN THIS SALE MAY BE DIFFERENT FROM THOSE PICTURED. SOME ITEMS MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE AT ALL LOCATIONS. EFFECTIVE FOR CONUS STORES ONLY. your your VOL. 7 NO. 13 JUNE 21 - JULY 4 FOLLOW US! your your MP21264 A1 ® 10 oz. Select Varieties Steak Sauce SAVE 23% Breyers ® 48 fl. oz. Select Varieties Ice Cream SAVE 25% Hillshire Farm ® Beef Polksa Kielbasa 12 oz. SAVE 25% Hormel ® Always Tender ® Lemon Garlic Pork Loin Fillet 27.2 oz. SAVE 31% KC Masterpiece ® Original Barbecue Sauce 21 oz. SAVE 21% Hebrew National ® Kosher Beef Franks 10.3 oz. SAVE 34% Lloyd's ® Baby Back Pork Ribs 40 oz. SAVE 20% Nathan's ® Skinless Beef Franks 14 oz. SAVE 22% Oscar Mayer ® Classic Uncured Wieners 16 oz. SAVE 37% Oscar Mayer ® Uncured Smoked Sausage 14 oz. SAVE 37% Hormel ® Always Tender ® Teriyaki Pork Tenderloin 18.4 oz. SAVE 25% Price Effective 6/21 - 6/30

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DISCLAIMER: PICTURES ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION ONLY. THE PRODUCTS INCLUDED IN THIS SALE MAY BE DIFFERENT FROM THOSE PICTURED. SOME ITEMS MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE AT ALL LOCATIONS. EFFECTIVE FOR CONUS STORES ONLY.

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VOL. 7 NO. 13 JUNE 21 - JULY 4

FOLLOW US!

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Your Super Savings Page!Your Super Savings Page!

MP21264

A1® 10 oz. Select Varieties Steak Sauce SAVE 23%

Breyers® 48 fl. oz. Select Varieties Ice Cream

SAVE 25%

Hillshire Farm® Beef Polksa Kielbasa 12 oz.

SAVE 25%

Hormel® Always Tender® Lemon Garlic Pork Loin Fillet 27.2 oz.

SAVE 31%

KC Masterpiece® Original Barbecue

Sauce 21 oz. SAVE 21%

Hebrew National® Kosher Beef Franks 10.3 oz.

SAVE 34%

Lloyd's® Baby Back Pork Ribs

40 oz.

SAVE 20%

Nathan's® Skinless Beef Franks 14 oz.

SAVE 22%Oscar Mayer® Classic

Uncured Wieners 16 oz.SAVE 37%

Oscar Mayer® Uncured Smoked Sausage 14 oz. SAVE 37%

Hormel® Always Tender® Teriyaki Pork

Tenderloin 18.4 oz.

SAVE 25%Price Effective 6/21 - 6/30

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DISCLAIMER: PICTURES ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION ONLY. THE PRODUCTS INCLUDED IN THIS SALE MAY BE DIFFERENT FROM THOSE PICTURED. SOME ITEMS MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE AT ALL LOCATIONS. EFFECTIVE FOR ALL STORES.

VOL. 7 NO. 13 JUNE 21 - JULY 4

COMMISSARY REWARDS CARD DIGITAL COUPONS AVAILABLE. READ THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS; LIMITED QUANTITIES.

No more cutting out paper coupons. Save time and money with the Commissary Rewards Card! Simply pick up your Rewards Card at any location worldwide, CLICK HERE to register, and you're ready to start saving. We've specially selected coupons for our customers to help you make the most of your benefit!

Quantities are limited. Products listed are subject to availability and manufacturers' policies. Read each digital coupon's details carefully for specific limitations and terms when "clipping" your coupons.

Save $3 on any ONE (1) pkg. of Pull-Ups® Training Pants Expires: 7/3/21

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$2$20000

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Save $1 when you buy any ONE (1) Sargento® Creamery Cheese Slices or Shreds Product. Expires: 7/3/21

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4 Days Only!

JUNE 24 - JUNE 27

All CONUS Stores

Total SF® Sensitive Whole Mouth Care

Whitening Toothpaste 4.8 oz.

25%25%SAVE!SAVE!

4.8 oz. Select Varieties Total® Whole Mouth Care Toothpaste

28%28%SAVE!SAVE!

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DISCLAIMER: PICTURES ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION ONLY. THE PRODUCTS INCLUDED IN THIS SALE MAY BE DIFFERENT FROM THOSE PICTURED. SOME ITEMS MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE AT ALL LOCATIONS. EFFECTIVE FOR CONUS STORES ONLY.

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DISCLAIMER: PICTURES ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION ONLY. THE PRODUCTS INCLUDED IN THIS SALE MAY BE DIFFERENT FROM THOSE PICTURED. SOME ITEMS MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE AT ALL LOCATIONS. EFFECTIVE FOR CONUS STORES ONLY.

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4 Days Only!

JULY 1 - JULY 4

All CONUS Stores

3 oz. Select Varieties RENEWAL Anti-Cavity Toothpaste

28%28%SAVE!SAVE!

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SAVE 32%Chi-Chi's® 24 oz.

Medium or Mild Salsa

Chi-Chi's® FoldablesTM Flour Tortillas 8 ct.

SAVE 30%

Annie'sTM 11 - 11.3 oz. Select Varieties

Pasta Shells & Cheese

SAVE 25%Annie'sTM 6 oz. Select

Varieties Macaroni and Cheese

SAVE 22%

Bumble Bee® Fat Free Snack on the RunTM

Tuna Salad Kit 3.5 oz.

SAVE 20%

Bumble Bee® Light Tuna In Water 2.5 oz.

SAVE 23%

Old El Paso® 16 oz. Select Varieties Refried Beans

SAVE 26%

Old El Paso® 10 oz. Select Varieties

Enchilada Sauce SAVE 24%

Old El Paso® Nacho Cheese Flavored Taco Shells 10 ct.

SAVE 30%

SAVE 20%Pace® 16 oz. Select

Varieties Salsa

SAVE 20%Pace® 16 oz. Select

Varieties Picante Sauce

Skippy® 16.3 oz. Super Chunk or

Creamy Peanut ButterSAVE 24%

Skippy® 6 oz. Select Varieties Creamy Peanut Butter Squeeze BottlesSAVE 23%

Vlasic® Bread & Butter Chips 24 fl. oz.

SAVE 24%

Old El Paso® Original Taco Seasoning 6.25 oz.SAVE 44%

Old El Paso® 8.8 - 11.4 oz. Select Varieties Taco Dinner Kit

SAVE 37%

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Keebler® Vienna Fingers® Cookies 14.2 oz.

SAVE 28%

Keebler® 11.6 oz. Select Varieties Chips

Deluxe® Cookies

SAVE 25%

Keebler® Frosted Animals Shortbread Cookies 13 oz.

SAVE 25%

Fiber One® Protein Chewy Bars 5 ct.

SAVE 25%

Fiber OneTM Cookie Dough Brownies 5 ct.SAVE 23%

Kellogg's® 18 - 18.8 oz. Select Varieties

Special K® Cereal

SAVE 28%

Kellogg's® Corn Flakes® Cereal 24 oz.

SAVE 37%

Kellogg's® 6 ct. Select Varieties Special K®

Snack BarsSAVE 20%

Nabisco® Family Size Nutter Butter® Cookies 16 oz.

SAVE 31%Nabisco® Oreo®

Thins Cookies 13.1 oz. SAVE 22%

Northland® 64 fl. oz. Select Varieties Cranberry Juice

SAVE 25%

V8® 46 fl. oz. Select Varieties Fusion®

100% Juice Beverage

SAVE 20%

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Our Dietitian Approved Thumb (DAT) labels help you quickly find items that improve the nutritional quality of your diet and align with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Our labels take the guesswork out of Nutrition Facts and send you on your way with a healthier eating plan. Spend less time in the aisles and more time focusing on your health. You have a “ diet i t ian alongside you” at Your Commissary!

All above items are Dietitian Approved!Approximately 10% of all store items are` Dietitian Approved. Look for them at your commissary!

DISCLAIMER: PICTURES ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION ONLY. THE PRODUCTS INCLUDED IN THIS SALE MAY BE DIFFERENT FROM THOSE PICTURED. SOME ITEMS MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE AT ALL LOCATIONS. EFFECTIVE FOR CONUS STORES ONLY.

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Bumble Bee® Solid White

Albacore Tuna 5 oz. SAVE 20%

Simply Orange® 52 fl. oz. Select Varieties

Orange JuiceSAVE 20%

V8® Low Sodium Original Vegetable

Juice 46 fl. oz. SAVE 10%

Simply Smoothie® Strawberry Banana

Fruit Smoothie 32 fl. oz. SAVE 17%

Bumble Bee® Snack on the RunTM

Tuna Salad Kit 3.5 oz.

SAVE 20%

Coleson's Catch® Frozen Wild Salmon 32 oz.

SAVE 20%

Green Giant® Simply SteamTM Broccoli

Florets 10 oz.SAVE 21%

Sparkling! Ice® Select Varieties Flavored

Sparkling Water 17 fl. oz.

SAVE 11%

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SELECTION:• Choose fresh apricots that are soft to the touch with deep orange and yellow colors and a rosy blush.• Avoid apricots with dark spots or greenish colored.• The peak season for fresh apricots is late spring and early summer. Apricots can be found fresh in

the produce section, canned, dried, or as preserves and jams.

FUN FACTS:

• California is ideal for growing apricot trees and is the largest producer of apricots accounting for almost 95% of all sales in the U.S.

• Apricots were first introduced to the U.S. in California by Spanish missionaries who grew apricot trees in mission gardens.

• Although native to China, the apricot became an important food source as merchants and traders traversed the Silk Road between China, Russia, and Europe. The apricots sprouted freely along the way and can still be found along modern roadsides in Turkey and Armenia.

STORAGE:

NUTRITION/HEALTH/WELLNESS:

• Apricots are high in potassium and fiber and rich in beta carotene. Each fruit contains about 17 calories. • Apricots are nutrient dense in Vitamin A and C and rich in antioxidants. • The nutrients, antioxidants, and vitamins found in apricots contribute to healthy immune systems,

eye health, cell function, tissue growth, and the regulation of cholesterol levels.

• Ripe apricots will stay fresh longer by keeping them cool. Rinse with water and vinegar, remove excess moisture, and refrigerate.

• To speed up the ripening process, place apricots in a paper bag at room temperature until soft.• Apricots can be easily stored for freezing, drying, and canning.

Sliced ApricotsApricot Sorbet Dried Apricots

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Kellogg's® 11.7 - 13.7 oz. Original or Reduced Fat

Club® Crackers SAVE 34%

Kellogg's® 9.5 oz. Select Varieties Town House®

Pita Crackers SAVE 36%

Triscuit® 7.5 - 8.5 oz. Original or Reduced

Fat CrackersSAVE 30%

Triscuit® 7 oz. Select Varieties Organic Crackers

SAVE 30%

Ritz® 8 oz. Original or Sour Cream & Onion

Toasted ChipsTM SAVE 30%

Nabisco® 8.5 - 9.1 oz. Original or Reduced Fat Wheat Thins® CrackersSAVE 30%

Kraft® 8 oz. Select Varieties Shredded Cheese

SAVE 35%

Lunchables® 3.2 oz. Select Varieties Lunch

Combinations

SAVE 25%

Kozy Shack® 22 oz. Select Varieties Pudding

SAVE 20%

Kraft® 8 oz. Select Varieties Sliced Cheese

SAVE 20%

Cool Whip® 8 oz. Original or Lite Whipped Topping

SAVE 31%

Oscar Mayer® 9 oz. Select Varieties DeliFresh®

Lunchmeat

SAVE 20%

SAVE 20%Pillsbury® 6 ct. Select

Varieties Toaster StrudelTM

SAVE 32%Talenti® Vanilla Fudge

Cookie Gelato 10.84 oz.Kozy Shack® 6 ct. Select Varieties Pudding Cups

SAVE 21%

Cheez-It® 12.4 oz. Select Varieties Baked

Snack CrackersSAVE 34%

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Colgate® 6 oz. Select Varieties

Max Fresh® ToothpasteSAVE 31%

Crest® 3D WhiteTM Radiant Mint Toothpaste 4.1 oz.

SAVE 27%

Fresh Step® Multi-Cat Clumping Cat Litter 25 lb.

SAVE 23%

Bounty® Paper Towel Rolls 8 ct.

SAVE 24%Pampers® Sensitive Baby Wipes 192 ct.

SAVE 30%SAVE 29%Puffs® Ultra SoftTM Facial

Tissue Boxes 3 ct.

Bounce® Outdoor Fresh® Fabric Sheets 80 ct.

SAVE 24%Price Effective 6/21 - 6/30Tide® Original Liquid

Detergent 92 fl. oz.

SAVE 24%Price Effective 6/21 - 6/30

Downy® April Fresh® Liquid Fabric Conditioner 51 fl. oz.

SAVE 21%Price Effective 6/21 - 6/30

Charmin® Bathroom Tissue Rolls 12 ct.

SAVE 31%Price Effective 6/21 - 6/30

Pampers® Swaddlers® Size 3 Diapers 78 ct.

SAVE 24%Price Effective 6/21 - 6/30

Oral-B® PulsarTM Battery Powered Toothbrush

SAVE 25%Price Effective 6/21 - 6/30

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Source: Defense Commissary Agency

Frozen Apricot Smoothie

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Ingredients: 4 Servings

• 2 very ripe bananas, sliced

• 6 apricots, pitted and halved

• 2 cups of almond milk

• 1 tsp. flax seed

• Dash of cinnamon (optional)

Directions:

1. Place the banana slices on a baking sheet in a single layer and put it in the freezer for at least 45 minutes.

2. Place the flax seed in a blender and mince until nearly ground. Add the almond milk and half of the frozen bananas. Use the pulse button to slowly break up the bananas. Hold for three seconds, stop, shake the container and repeat. Do this 5-6 times. Add the remaining banana slices and apricots. Pulse and blend until smooth.

3. Pour into 4 separate classes and serve immediately.

Tips:

• To increase the protein content, consider adding a scoop or two of vanilla protein powder. This will add calories.

• Any plant-based milk or animal milk (cow, goat, etc.) can be used in place of almond milk. Using animal milk will add a bit more protein.

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Ingredients: 4 servings

• 1½ pounds thickly cut boneless pork loin chops

• 8-12 fresh apricots, pitted and halved

• 1 tsp. salt

• 1 tsp. garlic powder

• 1 tsp. freshly grated ginger or ½ tsp. ginger powder

• Juice of one lime

• 1 tbsp. honey

• 2 tbsp. safflower oil

• 1 tbsp. fresh basil, chopped (optional)

Directions:

1. Cut the pork loin chops into 1-inch chunks and place the pieces in a medium-sized mixing bowl.

2. In another bowl, whisk together, the oil, lime juice, garlic powder, ginger, and honey. Pour this mixture over the pork pieces and mix gently to coat all the pork. Cover and let marinade for 1-2 hours.

3. Soak 8 wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.

4. Begin preheating the grill.5. While the grill is coming to medium heat,

assemble the skewers by alternating the pork chunks with the apricot chunks. Save the marinade for the next step.

6. Place the assembled skewers on the heated grill, baste with some of the marinade, close the grill and cook for 4 minutes on one side. Uncover and then flip the skewers, quickly baste with the marinade (discard any remaining marinade), cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or when the pork is no longer pink throughout and / or reaches a temperature 145 degrees F.

7. Remove the skewers from the grill and let the pork rest at least 3 minutes. Sprinkle with cut basil (optional) and serve 2 skewers per plate.

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Grilled Pork and Apricot SkewersSource: Defense Commissary Agency

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“THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOX” TAGS HELP IDENTIFY PRODUCTS USED IN THE MEAL SOLUTION.

VOL. 7 NO. 13 JUNE 21 - JULY 4

Thinking Outside the Box!

Save a Healthy 20%

The "Thinking Outside the Box" meals offer quick solutions for your busy lifestyle. 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, Microwave Speedy Shrimp Taco Plate, at special savings at your commissary now!

Microwave Speedy Shrimp Taco Plate

Mission® Carb Balance® Whole Wheat

Soft Tacos 8 ct.

SAVE 20%

Rosarita® No-Fat Refried Beans 16 oz.

SAVE 20% SAVE 20%Pace® Mild Chunky

Salsa 16 oz.

Kraft® Fat Free Shredded Cheddar Cheese 7 oz.

SAVE 20%

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Thinking Outside the Box!

DISCLAIMER:

THIS RECIPE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN ENDORSEMENT BY DOD OF ANY INDIVIDUAL VENDOR. ANY PRODUCT OF SIMILAR SPECIFICATION MAY BE USED TO MAKE THIS HEALTHY CHOICE MEAL.

Ingredients: 4 servings

Directions:

FOR ADDITIONAL MEAL SOLUTIONS, PLEASE CLICK HERE COMMISSARIES.COM/HEALTHY-LIVING/HEALTHY-EATS

• Four 10-12 in. soft tortillas (preferably whole wheat or whole grain)

• 12-16 oz. frozen cooked medium shrimp, thawed and tails removed

• 11-12 oz. fresh coleslaw kit (shredded carrots, cabbage, and sauce)

• 1 fresh lime• ½ tsp. cumin• ¼ tsp. onion powder• ¼ tsp. garlic salt• ½ cup of fresh mango,

peeled and diced

• 8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese• 2 tbsp. salsa• 1 ripe avocado• ¼ cup of fresh cilantro divided.

1. Pat dry the thawed and detailed cooked shrimp. Place in a microwave-safe dish. Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice of half of the lime over the shrimp. Add the cumin, onion powder and garlic salt to the shrimp and toss to coat. Cover and microwave for 2 minutes, or until the shrimp is heated through.

2. Drain and rinse the black beans. Pour in a microwave-safe dish and stir in the salsa. Cover and microwave for 90 seconds.

3. Pour half of the cabbage and carrots of the coleslaw mix into a medium-sized bowl. Set aside the sauce for another use. In a medium bowl, mince 1 avocado with the remaining ½ of the lime juice and mix in ¼ cup of the fresh cilantro and the mango.

4. Warm the tortillas by covering with a damp paper towel in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.

5. Assemble the plate by placing ¼ of the shrimp in the tortilla topped with the mango, slaw mixture. Serve alongside the black bean topped with a sprinkle of additional cilantro and a little salt to taste.

Note: This plate is perfect for the office. Assemble the taco by only

placing the shrimp in it. Put beans on the side. When ready to eat. Microwave for 45-60 seconds. Top with the slaw and enjoy.

By now, most know that the best way to improve the nutrition quality of the diet is to cook more meals at home and to limit the amount of processed foods. The first part of this message is entirely true when care is taken to choose high nutrition quality products, while keeping portion sizes in check.

When cooking at home, focus on healthy protein sources, while not breaking the bank. In order to keep the intake of unhealthy fats and calories in check, while assuring adequate intake of key vitamins and minerals, the strategy for meeting your protein needs should be consuming a variety of foods. Although chicken, pork, lamb, dairy, etc. are great sources of protein, care needs to be taken to choose mostly lean cuts and low fat versions. Animal products shouldn’t be your only source of protein.

There is no harm in aiming for a fair amount of your protein coming from plant based foods (fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts and seeds, and legumes) and seafood. By doing so, it will be easier to keep your calories and saturated fat in check, while assuring you are consuming key vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals that are important to keep your body performing optimally, while also lowering your risk of certain diseases.

When making a diet change aiming toward optimal nutrition, many experts will advise focusing on lean meats. Many recipes that support this will default to chicken breasts or plant based proteins. Consider taking some of those recipes and swap the chicken with fish. Shellfish, like the crab meat in this recipe, is a good source of protein, low in fat and carbs, and rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which help lowers the risk of heart disease.

Microwave Speedy Shrimp Taco Plate