Reviewed: Oct. 9, 2009

One of many who grew up on this as an Adventist. I don't eat it with carrot, but it does work with pretty much anything you happen to have on hand. I find that regular corn chips (fritos) work a lot better than tortilla chips.

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Reviewed: Sep. 10, 2009

I love haystacks!! I think it must be an Adventist thing. ;) For those that really miss their meat: TVP (textured vegetable protein) reconstituted and then cooked with taco seasoning is a really good alternative! We usually serve it with that, and minus the carrot. ;)

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K. Mayer

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Reviewed: Jan. 24, 2009

I have used this recipe many times, especially a great recipe for large gatherings. For those wanting a more healthier version,I also offer the choice of rice in addition to the corn chips.

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Reviewed: Dec. 22, 2008

I make this a lot. And I mean, A LOT. I use black beans that I've cooked myself, homemade taco seasoning, and sometimes I'll add shredded carrots in with the bean mixture. You can really make this stretch with a can of tomato sauce, a drained can of mexi-corn, Rotel tomatoes and a half pound of ground beef, if you have heavyweights at your table or just a lot of family to feed.

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Reviewed: May 27, 2008

Like others, my family is not really into kidney beans so I eliminated one of the cans and then browned some ground beef and mixed in a can of mild green chili peppers. It's virtually a augmented taco salad. It was good, but nothing special.

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Mr. Wilder

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Living In: Garden Valley, Texas, USA

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Reviewed: Feb. 22, 2008

There are lots of things that could be layered onto these. We loved Pepper Jack cheese and jalapenos for a kick. This is a great, versatile recipe, and a great meal to throw together in a hurry.

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Tiny Dancer

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Reviewed: Jan. 18, 2008

I made this recipe in a pinch since we had all of the ingredients in the house. We used sliced spinach instead of lettuce. I also mixed in a can of condensed cheese soup with the beans. It was so good! Quick and easy but packs a lot of protein.

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Living In: Fort Bragg, North Carolina, USA

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Reviewed: Oct. 8, 2007

I love the meatless concept, but my family prefers good old taco salad with the spiced hamburger and doritos. I would have given it four stars for being fairly healthy, but it was just okay.

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Reviewed: Apr. 18, 2007

These were okay, but we missed the beef we thought should be here. This was basically a vegetarian taco salad. 3 stars as written, maybe with taco meat, half as many beans, (Ranch style preferred) some crisp corn, and a little more heat/spice... but a very versatile recipe and can be adjusted to your own liking. This would be great when camping out. A great base to start with!

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Living In: Corpus Christi, Texas, USA

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Reviewed: Apr. 18, 2007

These were fun and easy to make and I will make again for a very quick weekday meal.

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Kristen

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Reviewed: Dec. 16, 2005

It was really different but it was easy to do during the week while I am going to college.

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Reviewed: Jul. 28, 2005

Great Recipe as people can leave off anything they do not like. I use canned Hormal Vegetarian chili instead of beans and even the non-vegetarians don't know they are eating a vegetarian dish. I also use diced Avocado as an option, but not the carrots or green peppers. I also make a dressing for it using mayo and salsa as I don't like sour cream, but I have sour cream for those how like it. Thats whats great about a haystack, you can add anything that sounds good to you. Enjoy.

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Reviewed: Mar. 2, 2005

Our family didn't really care for this, but was worth trying :)

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Reviewed: Jan. 7, 2005

Haystacks have been my favorite recipe since I was a kid (I still request them for my birthday suppers) - We use a good chili instead of just beans and also sometimes put guacamole, ranch dressing, pickles, onions and many other toppings. There are no limits. YUM.

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Reviewed: Sep. 3, 2003

I, too, grew up loving this recipe. It was a favorite for church socials and large casual get togethers. I have not seen it done with green peppers and carrots, however, and will have to try it that way soon! Even my non-vegetarian husband loves this fun and easy meal.

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Reviewed: Aug. 10, 2003

I was wondering if anyone had submitted this--I was if you hadn't!! Anyway, we had this all of the time growing up, and it can be changed around for variety or made even quicker. Some variations are to use canned mexican-style beans or cooked and seasoned lentils or black-eyed peas; add cooked rice, sunflower seeds--whatever you like on salads or tacos seems to go on this!!

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Home Town: Keene, Texas, USA

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Reviewed: Oct. 7, 2001

this is really good, I ate a lot of it on night shift at a florida hospital, it really sticks with you, till morning. TRY IT

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Reviewed: Aug. 23, 2001

This is a fun and easy company dinner. It is a great meal to serve a large group and everyone enjoys building their own salad.

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Reviewed: Apr. 4, 2001

A quick and tasty meal, Tom

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Reviewed: Nov. 5, 2000

this is a classic recipe to have on hand!! Sometimes I crave the tastes and crunchiness! SLR

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