🛒 What You’ll Need: Pantry Staples, Maximum Joy
Grab these cozy ingredients—you probably already have most:
Base:
1 prepared pizza crust (store-bought, pre-baked, or homemade)
→ Try naan, flatbread, or pita for mini versions!
Filling:
½ lb (225g) ground beef (or turkey, chicken, or plant-based crumbles)
1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning (or homemade blend)
½ cup refried beans (warmed slightly for easy spreading)
Toppings:
1 cup shredded Mexican blend or cheddar cheese
½ cup pico de gallo or salsa (drained if watery)
Optional add-ins:
Diced jalapeños
Black beans, rinsed & drained
Sweet corn kernels
Sliced black olives
After-Baking Fresh Toppings:
Shredded lettuce
Diced tomatoes
Chopped green onions
Dollops of sour cream or Greek yogurt
That’s it.
No sauce can? Yes, salsa counts!
💡 Pro tip: Brown meat with taco seasoning + ¼ cup water for juicy, flavorful filling.
🔥 How to Make It: Step-by-Step, Bite-by-Bite
Let’s cook this like we’re making edible confetti—one golden forkful at a time.
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Place pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone.
Step 2: Cook the Beef
In a skillet:
Brown ground beef over medium heat.
Drain fat.
Stir in taco seasoning + ¼ cup water.
Simmer 3–5 mins until thickened.
Set aside.
Step 3: Layer Like a Pro
On the crust:
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Spread refried beans evenly (acts as a flavor base!)
Sprinkle with cheese
Add seasoned beef
Top with salsa or pico de gallo
👉 Don’t overload—keep layers balanced.
Step 4: Bake to Golden Perfection
Bake 10–12 minutes, until:
Cheese is melted and bubbly
Crust is crisp around the edges
Step 5: Top & Serve
Remove from oven.
Immediately top with fresh:
Lettuce
Tomatoes
Green onions
Sour cream
Serve hot—with tortilla chips, guac, or all by itself.
Bonus: Leftovers reheat beautifully in the oven or air fryer (never microwave!).
💡 Pro Tips for Next-Level Success
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