Taco pizza combines the flavors of tacos with the convenience of pizza, creating a delicious and easy-to-make meal. Here’s a simple recipe for taco pizza:
Ingredients:
For the Pizza:
- 1 pre-made pizza crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup cooked and seasoned ground beef (seasoned with taco seasoning)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapenos (optional)
For the Taco Sauce:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the pizza crust package, usually around 400°F (200°C).
- If using a homemade pizza crust, roll it out into your desired shape and thickness on a lightly floured surface. If using a store-bought crust, follow the package instructions.
- In a small bowl, mix together the sour cream and taco seasoning to make the taco sauce. Set aside.
- Spread the taco sauce evenly over the prepared pizza crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle the cooked and seasoned ground beef evenly over the taco sauce.
- Top the ground beef with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Scatter the diced tomatoes, diced onions, sliced black olives (if using), and sliced jalapenos (if using) over the cheese.
- Place the pizza on a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake in the preheated oven according to the pizza crust package instructions, usually 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once the pizza is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Top the taco pizza with shredded lettuce just before serving.
- Slice the pizza into wedges and serve hot.
Enjoy your delicious taco pizza! Feel free to customize it with your favorite taco toppings, such as diced avocado, salsa, or cilantro. It’s a fun and tasty twist on traditional pizza that’s sure to be a hit with family and friends.