Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for Taco Pizza:
Ingredients:
For the Pizza Dough:
- 1 package (0.25 ounces) active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3/4 cup warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Taco Pizza Toppings:
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Sour cream and salsa for serving
Instructions:
- Prepare the Pizza Dough: a. In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy. b. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. c. Mix until the dough comes together, then knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. d. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Taco Meat: a. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey. b. Drain excess fat and add the taco seasoning mix and water. Simmer according to the package instructions until the mixture thickens.
- Assemble the Taco Pizza: a. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). b. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. c. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. d. Spread a layer of refried beans over the pizza dough. e. Add the cooked taco meat on top of the beans. f. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the pizza. g. Add diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, and green onions as toppings.
- Bake and Serve: a. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly. b. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing. c. Garnish with chopped cilantro. d. Serve slices with sour cream and salsa on the side.
Enjoy your delicious Taco Pizza!
