February 2019
Photo of the Month
In January we got our first glimpse of our new baby joey! Mama Scooter has been taking good care of her little boy in this cold weather, and they are staying toasty warm under the heat lamps in the kangaroo barn. Check out our Instagram page for an adorable video of him jumping back into Scooter's pouch!

Cash Cow

 *CONTEST DISCONTINUED *

As of Feb. 1, 2019, our CA$H COW Contest has been discontinued.

In 2018, we were forced to change our capping system, and subsequently, our milk jugs. Our new jugs are more opaque now. We have discovered that writing the winning numbers on the outside of the jugs, underneath the label, is now difficult to see from the inside of the jug. We had one winner in November and zero in December and January, leading us to believe that customers are unable to see the winning marks. The label cannot be easily removed by the consumer, making that method ineffective as well. 

Unfortunately, any other methods we brainstormed were not good solutions, leading us to discontinue the contest. We appreciate everyone who loved to play the game, and would not rule out beginning the contest again if the opportunity arises.

 
couponThe Real Deal:
Spend $25,
get a FREE gallon of white milk!

Use the coupon to grab items for this month's Super Nacho  recipe and get a free gallon of milk!  
           

  
 
Wagyu-Holstein beef available
We have a fresh batch of Wagyu-Holstein beef available!

Not sure what the buzz is about? Check out our latest blog post for more information. 

Wagyu-Holstein hamburger is sold in Hansen's Dairy stores in Waterloo and Cedar Falls for $8/pound, but all other cuts are only available by  calling Blake Hansen at (319) 610-1530.  
Hansen's has your snacks for the Big Game
Remember our Cedar Falls and Waterloo stores for your party needs. Check out these ideas and get set for game day Feb. 3!
  • Cheese curds (try them breaded and fried)
  • Cheese/cracker tray with our Wisconsin cheeses, summer sausage, ham, beef sticks and smoked cured beef
  • Popcorn
  • Chips and salsa
  • Hummus and veggies
  • Nuts and granola 
  • Little smokies (try baking them wrapped with bacon and sprinkled with brown sugar)
  • Ice cream and ice cream cakes
Customer of the Month
Samuel Shull and fiancee Mary Wilson
The February Customer of the Month is  Samuel Shull of Waterloo. 

Sam first encountered Hansen's Dairy when taking a tour of the farm when he was in elementary school. Now he buys the products at our Waterloo store because he loves supporting local businesses.

"I started using your products when I came home from the military in August of 2017," Sam said. "My favorite product is your butter. I love how creamy and salty it is, and I really appreciate the freshness of your products. Coming in second is the ice cream. I love how many different flavors you have, especially the Coffee and the Key Lime Pie in the summer!"  

Thanks, Sam! 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 $24 value). You could be chosen by filling out an entry form at our stores or through your comments on our Facebook and Twitter pages.

Cow of the Month
Yes folks, it's cold out there! Here's Lynch, our February Cow of the Month, sporting some frosty whiskers during our recent record-setting cold. 

Lynch was born March 12, 2016, and has had two calves in her lifetime. She milks about 100 pounds a day, which is really good for only having three teats that work (instead of all four). 

Lynch is quite the character. She's the first to scramble into the holding pen in preparation to get milked, but then waits there and doesn't come through the milking parlor door until almost last. Who knows what goes on in the minds of our cows! 

recipe
Cooking with Hansen's
Are you looking for a winning snack for the big game or a fun and easy appetizer for another winter get-together? Try these Super Nachos! They are super easy and super versatile.

I used Bongards American Cheese slices, but any sliced or shredded cheese will work. You can also swap out the spices for basil, oregano and fennel for more of an Italian flare. It can be a meal for a few or an appetizer for several. 

For more simple, tasty recipes like this, check out my blog at  goodfoodconnections.com  or like Good Food Connections  on Facebook. ~ Julie Grunklee

Super Nachos  
Prep time: 20 minutes
Bake time: 10 minutes                                
Total time: 30 minutes 
Serves 2-10
Starred items available at Hansen's Dairy stores.

Ingredients
  • 1 lb Hansen's Dairy Ground Beef*
  • 1 bag corn tortilla chips*
  • Several slices or 1-1/2 cups shredded cheese of your choice* (each Hansen's Dairy Store has several to choose from)
  • 1 jar Kramer's Salsa*
  • Optional: 1 onion chopped and sautéed*
  • Optional: 1 tsp each ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cayenne pepper, salt
Directions
  • Preheat oven to 400F.
  • Brown ground beef until thoroughly cooked and crumbled. If desired, add the optional spices to the meat as it's cooking.
  • Place one layer of chips on an oven-safe plate or glass baking dish. Sprinkle ground meat, optional onions and salsa onto chips. Cover with cheese slices or shredded cheese.
  • Repeat layers.
  • Bake in oven at 400F for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted or slightly browned. Top with more salsa.

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