the haystack

This is a haystack:

 

 

This is how you make a haystack:

 

Layer the following from bottom to top. Fritos, pinto beans, ground beef (or meat substitute), shredded cheddar cheese, chopped lettuce, chopped tomatoes, sliced olives, sour cream, salsa and avocados (or guacamole). That's the basic version. You can add things like cucumber, corn, cilantro, bell peppers, nacho cheese or ranch dressing.

 

I just had to share this meal because it is so easy to make. You really can't mess it up. And it pleases the whole family from toddlers to hungry teenagers and dads. If you don't like something you just leave it out. Each person makes their own haystack so it is to their liking. 

 

Haystacks are a staple in my home. We also serve them when we have big get-togethers. My sister's family makes them every Friday night. We grew up Seventh-Day-Adventist and SDA's pretty much invented the haystack. There are lots of vegetarians and vegans in my family so haystacks please everyone. Try it! I guarantee you won't be disappointed =)