Haystack Supper Recipe
- 1 3/4 cups crushed saltine crackers
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 3 pounds ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups tomato juice
- 3/4 cup water
- 3 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
- Seasoned salt, salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups shredded lettuce
- 3 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups milk
- 1 pound process American cheese, cubed
- 3 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1 (10 ounce) jar pimento-stuffed olives
- 1 (14.5 ounce) package tortilla chips
- Divide crackers between two ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dishes. Top with rice.
- In a large skillet, cook beef and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomato juice, water and seasonings; simmer for 15-20 minutes. Spoon over rice. Sprinkle with lettuce and tomatoes.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in American cheese until melted.
- Pour over the tomatoes. Top with cheddar cheese and olives. Serve with chips. Refrigerate any leftovers.