“Made this last Christmas for a holiday party and had to make another batch a few hours later.”
In the realm of inventive cooking, fusion dishes shine for their unique blend of cultures and tastes. Taco Pizza is a perfect example—combining the beloved flavors of a taco with the comforting base of a pizza. The result is a bold, satisfying dish that’s as fun to make as it is to eat.
🌮 Taco Pizza
Ingredients
- Pizza dough: 1 pound
- Ground beef: ½ pound
- Taco seasoning mix: 1 packet
- Refried beans: ½ cup
- Shredded cheese: 1½ cups
- Diced tomatoes: ½ cup
- Sliced black olives: ¼ cup
- Chopped green onions: ¼ cup
- Sour cream: ¼ cup
- Salsa: ¼ cup
- Guacamole: ¼ cup
👩🍳 Directions
1. Preheat Oven
Set your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or pizza pan.
2. Prepare the Dough
Roll out the pizza dough and shape it into a circle or rectangle, depending on your pan.
3. Cook the Beef
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain off any excess fat.
4. Season the Meat
Stir in the taco seasoning mix and cook briefly until the beef is evenly coated and flavorful.
5. Assemble the Pizza
Spread refried beans evenly over the dough, leaving a small edge uncovered. Layer on the seasoned beef, followed by shredded cheese.
6. Add Fresh Toppings
Scatter diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, and chopped green onions over the top.
7. Bake to Perfection
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Finish and Serve
Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes, then top with dollops or drizzles of sour cream, salsa, and guacamole. Slice and serve warm.
