Easy Taco Pizza (Print version)
A crisp, cheesy taco pizza with refried beans, seasoned beef, lettuce, tomatoes, chips, and sour cream.
# Ingredients:
For the taco pizza
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1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust
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1 tablespoon olive oil, if the crust needs brushing
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1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
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1 packet (1 oz / 28 g) taco seasoning
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1/2 cup (120 ml) water
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1 can (16 oz / 454 g) refried beans
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1/2 cup (120 g) thick salsa
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2 cups (225 g) shredded Mexican blend cheese
For the toppings
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1 1/2 cups shredded lettuce
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1 cup diced tomatoes
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1/3 cup sliced black olives
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1 cup coarsely crushed tortilla chips
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1/3 cup sour cream
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Extra salsa, for serving
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Sliced jalapenos, optional
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Place a sheet pan or pizza stone in the oven while it heats if you want a crisper bottom.
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Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into small crumbles. Drain well, then stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
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Stir the refried beans and salsa together in a bowl until smooth enough to spread. Warm the mixture briefly if the beans are too stiff.
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Set the crust on a baking sheet. Brush the edge with olive oil if desired. Spread the bean mixture over the crust, leaving a small border, then add the taco beef and shredded cheese.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the crust edge is crisp. Let the pizza rest for 3 minutes before topping.
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Top with lettuce, tomatoes, olives, crushed tortilla chips, sour cream, extra salsa, and jalapenos if using. Slice and serve right away.
# Good to know:
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Best served immediately after adding the fresh toppings.
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Use thick salsa so the bean layer does not turn runny.
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Cook ground beef to 160 degrees F for food safety.