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Mexican Pizza

A delicious and customizable mashup of pizza and tacos featuring layers of crispy tortillas, seasoned ground beef, gooey cheese, and tangy sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 large flour tortillas Use more if feeding a crowd.
  • 0.5 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 package taco seasoning Store-bought or homemade.
  • 0.5 cup refried beans Optional, adds extra flavor.
  • 0.5 cup salsa or enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar, jack, or a mix.
  • to taste toppings (olives, green onions, tomatoes, jalapeños) Add your favorites.
  • as needed oil for pan-frying Alternatively, bake the tortillas.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brown your meat with taco seasoning and drain the fat.
  2. Crisp tortillas in a skillet with oil for 1-2 mins per side, or bake at 400°F until golden.
  3. Spread refried beans on one tortilla, layer with meat, salsa, and shredded cheese, then top with the second tortilla.
  4. Add more salsa and cheese on top, along with desired toppings.
  5. Broil in the oven for a few minutes until the cheese is melty and bubbling.

Notes

Make sure tortillas are crisp to avoid sogginess. Feel free to customize with various toppings and flavors. Reheat leftovers in the oven for best results.