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Taco Pizza Recipe

Taco Pizza Recipe: Your New Favorite Family Dinner Delight

This Taco Pizza Recipe blends bold Mexican flavors with Italian comfort, making it a fun and customizable family dinner option.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pizza Crust
  • 12-16 oz Pizza Dough Store-bought or homemade
For the Topping
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Seasoned with taco seasoning
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Or homemade
  • 1 cup Refried Beans Vegetarian for a meatless option
  • 1 cup Salsa Choose mild or hot
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Consider a Mexican blend
  • Sliced Olives Optional
For Garnishing
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Green Onions
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream
  • Taco Sauce Optional

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Pizza Pan
  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Taco Pizza Recipe
  1. Prepare the Dough: Let your pizza dough rest at room temperature for about 20 minutes to achieve perfect texture.
  2. Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat and add taco seasoning.
  3. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) for a crispy crust.
  4. Prepare the Pizza Crust: Roll out the rested pizza dough to fit a 12-inch pan and bake for about 8 minutes until golden.
  5. Layer the Refried Beans and Salsa: Blend together refried beans with salsa and spread evenly over the baked crust.
  6. Add Seasoned Beef and Cheese: Sprinkle seasoned beef evenly over the refried bean layer, then top with shredded cheese.
  7. Final Bake: Return the assembled pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Let the pizza cool, then garnish with diced tomatoes, green onions, sour cream, and taco sauce as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover Taco Pizza in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Can freeze single slices for up to 2 months.

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