Description

If you’ve ever dreamed of recreating that classic Taco Bell Mexican Pizza at home, this recipe is for you. Layers of crispy tortillas are stacked with creamy refried beans, flavorful ground beef, zesty pizza sauce, and loads of melty cheese. It’s nostalgic, cheesy, and utterly satisfying — and now you can make it fresh in your own kitchen with simple pantry ingredients. Whether you’re making it for Taco Tuesday or a fun weekend meal, this Mexican Pizza delivers the fast-food flavor you love, without the drive-thru line.

Ingredients

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1 lb ground beef
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1/3 cup water
4 flour tortillas (8-inch)
1 can (15 oz) refried beans
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/3 cup pizza or enchilada sauce
Vegetable oil, for frying
Optional toppings: sour cream, green onions, jalapeños

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Instructions

Brown the ground beef in a skillet. Drain the grease, then stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer until thickened.
Heat oil in a skillet. Fry each tortilla until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet.
Spread beans on one tortilla. Top with beef, then another tortilla.
Spread sauce on top, sprinkle with cheese and tomatoes.
Bake 8–10 minutes until cheese melts.
Garnish with sour cream, jalapeños, or green onions. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

Warm beans before spreading to avoid tearing tortillas.
Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting.
For extra crunch, finish under the broiler for 1–2 minutes.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Bake & Pan-Fry
Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4
Calories: 510
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 65mg