Mexican Pizza
A quick and delicious weeknight meal featuring seasoned ground beef, beans, and cheese layered between crispy tortillas.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.5 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 can refried beans 16 oz
- 8 count flour tortillas 6 inch
- 2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Optional Toppings
- shredded lettuce
- diced tomatoes
- salsa
- sour cream
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain off any excess grease.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until thickened.
- Spread a thin layer of refried beans on one side of each tortilla.
- Top the refried beans with a layer of the seasoned ground beef.
- Sprinkle generously with cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
- Place the tortillas on a baking sheet, cheese-side up.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the tortillas are slightly crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Carefully remove from oven. Top with your favorite optional toppings such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, salsa, and sour cream.
- Slice and serve immediately.
Notes
This recipe can be customized with different types of cheese or your favorite taco toppings. For an extra crispy crust, you can lightly brush the tortillas with oil before adding the toppings.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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