Taco Pizza

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: Mexican

Taco Pizza combines the best of both worlds, bringing together the bold flavors of tacos and the comforting nature of pizza. With a zesty blend of spices, fresh toppings, and a crispy crust, this dish is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. It's a fun, crowd-pleasing meal that everyone will enjoy.

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Ingredients

  • 1 white onion, chopped
  • 1 lb. extra lean ground beef
  • chili powder
  • garlic powder
  • cumin
  • cayenne pepper
  • paprika
  • salt and pepper
  • 1/2 c. tomato salsa
  • 1/3 c. low fat refried beans
  • 1 pizza crust
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 1/2 c. shredded lettuce
  • 1 c. low fat Cheddar cheese
  • 2 c. langostinos or other shellfish, cooked
  • 1/2 c. butter
  • 1/2 c. milk
  • 1/2 c. half and half or light cream
  • 1 column Ritz crackers, loosely crushed
  • 1 can (14 1/2 oz.) diced peeled tomatoes
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp. basil, chopped or dried
  • 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 vegetable bouillon cubes dissolved in 4 c. boiling water
  • 1 can (16 oz.) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 c. medium macaroni shells or other similar pasta
  • 4 oz. packaged dried cut ziti or elbow macaroni
  • 1 lb. ground raw turkey, lamb or beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
  • 1/4 c. dry red wine or beef broth
  • 2 Tbsp. snipped parsley
  • 1/2 tsp. dried oregano, crushed
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to directions.
  2. Drain pasta; rinse with cold water.
  3. Drain again.
  4. Meanwhile, in a large skillet cook turkey, lamb or beef, onion and garlic until meat is brown and onion is tender.
  5. Drain fat.
  6. Stir in tomato sauce, wine or beef broth, parsley, oregano, salt and cinnamon.
  7. Bring to boiling; reduce heat.
  8. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat. Stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

2059 kcal 100% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 74g 100% DV
Total Fat 105.5g 100% DV
Carbs 242.3g 88% DV
Fiber 72.7g 100% DV
Sugar 31.5g 63% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12176.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 5824mg 100% DV
Cholesterol 213.5mg 71% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1939.3mcg 100% DV
Vitamin C 113.7mg 100% DV
Vitamin D 0.7mcg 3% DV
Calcium 1887mg 100% DV
Iron 66mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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