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Happy Joe’s Taco Pizza Recipe
Anna Warden

Happy Joe’s Taco Pizza Recipe

Have you ever craved both pizza and tacos at the same time and found yourself in a culinary conundrum? Well, here’s a delightful marriage of the two that promises to satisfy all your cravings – Happy Joe’s Taco Pizza! 
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Iowa
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

  • Boboli Pizza Crust
  • ½ cup Classic Pizza Sauce
  • ½ cup Spicy Taco Salsa
  • ½ cup Refried Black Beans
  • 1 pound Ground Beef seasoned
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Mix
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella
  • 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack
  • 1 cup Shredded Romaine Lettuce
  • ½ cup Diced Tomatoes
  • 1 cup Taco-Flavored Tortilla Chips crumbled
  • ¼ cup Sliced Black Olives
  • ¼ cup Sliced Jalapeños

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
  1. First things first – preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). While the oven heats up, prepare the ground beef. Brown it in a skillet over medium heat, then drain the fat. Add in the taco seasoning mix and water as per the packet’s instructions. Cook until well combined and set aside.
Step 2: Assemble the Base
  1. Lay out your Boboli Pizza Crust on a baking sheet. Spread the classic pizza sauce evenly across the surface, followed by the spicy taco salsa. Together, these will form the flavor-packed base of your pizza.
Step 3: Layer the Meat and Beans
  1. Next, spread the refried black beans over the sauced-up crust. Ensure it’s evenly distributed. Now, add the seasoned ground beef on top of the beans.
Step 4: Cheese It Up
  1. Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella and Monterey Jack cheese over the meat layer.
Step 5: Bake to Perfection
  1. Pop your pizza into the preheated oven. Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
Step 6: Final Toppings
  1. Remove the pizza from the oven. It’s time for the fresh toppings! Spread shredded romaine lettuce evenly, followed by diced tomatoes, crumbled taco-flavored tortilla chips, black olives, and jalapeños.
Step 7: Serve and Enjoy
  1. Slice it up, serve, and get ready for compliments (or just bask in your own culinary skills).

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcal

Notes

  • Customize Your Spice Level: If you like it hot, add extra jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce on top.
  • Make It Vegetarian: Swap out the ground beef for seasoned black beans or a meat substitute.
  • Don’t Overload: Less is more when it comes to toppings. Too many can make the pizza soggy.
  • Crispier Crust Tip: For a crispier crust, brush the edges with olive oil before baking.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh lettuce and tomatoes make a huge difference in adding crunch and flavor.

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