These sweet little redheaded twins were born Nov. 18 to our cow named Delaval. Hard to believe they are twins with one almost all red and the other almost all white (just a few red spots on her ears and body). But aren't they adorable with their matching pink noses and ears?! We named them Double and Decker!

Local grocery delivery and pickup are available through online merchant partner Mercato from both our Hansen's Dairy Waterloo and Cedar Falls stores. We have almost 200 items to choose from!

Hansen’s has flavorful new hams for the holidays from Webster City Custom Meats in Webster City, Iowa. The Prairie Gold Pit Hams are:

Whole (10-12 lb) and half (5-6 lb) hams will be available at our Waterloo and Cedar Falls stores beginning Dec. 7.

December's Treats of the Week at Hansen's Dairy Waterloo are varieties of hot chocolate — perfect for on-the-go shopping! Enjoy warm Hansen’s chocolate milk with different shots of flavor and toppings each week. Only $1 per 12-oz cup!

Cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, whipped cream and a spice sprinkle

Whipped cream, chocolate flakes and chocolate sauce

Vanilla syrup, whipped cream, chocolate sauce and a sprinkle of coarse sea salt

Shot of real mint flavor, whipped cream and shaved Mint Chocolate squares from Candy Kitchen in Fairbank

Shot of butter rum flavor (non-alcoholic), whipped cream and a confetti of sprinkles

The December Customer of the Month is Kristen Nielson of Waterloo.

Kristen has had digestion problems in the past with dairy products, especially milk and ice cream. On a recommendation, she researched our processing methods and decided to try the ice cream at our Waterloo store.

"Now I can enjoy dairy with no stomach problems," she said. "I do not drink milk regularly, but when I do, it's only Hansen's!"

Kristen is a frequent customer, and Coffee is her favorite ice cream.

"I also buy cheese, honey, vegetables or specialty breads," she continued. "I enjoy supporting the local products that Moo Roo makes available."

She said the real treat is the atmosphere at the store. "My experience inside Moo Roo is always pleasant and welcoming," she said.

Thanks, Kristen! Customers of the Month receive a $5 gift certificate to use at our stores and two free hands-on tour passes to the farm (a $30 value). You could be chosen by filling out an entry form at our stores or through your comments on our Facebook and Twitter pages.

Happy Holidays! This month, I decided to share my dad's famous Chocolate Popcorn recipe, a family holiday favorite and a recipe my own kids ask for again and again. It's also the best chocolate syrup recipe — a real treat over several Hansen's Dairy Ice Cream flavors!

For more simple, seasonal recipes using local foods, check out my website at www.juliegrunklee.com.

Prep/Cook Time: 20 min

Servings: 3-6