Hawaiian Haystacks

I remember the first time I experienced this very different

sort of dish.  We had a mother daughter luncheon for my

Primary Merrie Miss class.  I was so excited about this

wonderful meal, and I still enjoy it today.  If you just happen

to have all the ingredients on hand, it's pretty easy, too.

4 cups seasoned chicken broth

1/4 cup cornstarch

2 to 3 cups cooked and cubed chicken or turkey

4 cups hot cooked brown rice

1 to 2 tomatoes, chopped

2 cups frozen peas, thawed

4 stalks celery, finely diced

1 green pepper, chopped

4 to 6 green onions, sliced

1 large can pineapple tidbits

1/2 cup sunflower seeds or slivered almonds

1 cup shredded coconut

1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts, optional

1 cup finely grated cheddar cheese

Combine broth and cornstarch. (If broth is hot, mix cornstarch with cold water first,

then mix into hot broth.) Cook until thick and clear.  Add chicken. 

Place remaining ingredients in individual bowls.  Have everyone build their own stack.