🌮 Homemade Taco Bell Mexican Pizza
Crispy tortillas layered with seasoned beef, refried beans, melty cheese, and classic toppings — just like the fast-food favorite, but even better at home.
🧾 Ingredients (Makes 4 pizzas)
For the Filling
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1 lb ground beef
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1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade blend)
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⅔ cup water
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1 cup refried beans
For Assembly
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8 small flour tortillas (street taco size)
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1 cup enchilada sauce (mild or medium)
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1½ cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
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1 Roma tomato (diced)
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2 green onions (sliced)
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Optional: sliced black olives, jalapeños
🔥 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Beef
Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess grease.
Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer 3–4 minutes until thickened.
2️⃣ Crisp the Tortillas
Lightly brush tortillas with oil.
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 4–5 minutes per side or pan-fry until golden and crisp.
They should be crunchy — this is key!
3️⃣ Assemble
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Spread a thin layer of refried beans on one tortilla.
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Add seasoned beef on top.
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Place a second tortilla over it.
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Spread enchilada sauce over the top tortilla.
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Sprinkle generously with cheese.
4️⃣ Bake
Bake at 400°F for 8–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
5️⃣ Finish & Serve
Top with diced tomatoes, green onions, and any extras.
Slice into quarters and serve warm.
💡 Pro Tips
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For extra authenticity, use a thin layer of mild taco sauce under the cheese.
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Want it closer to the original? Keep toppings minimal (just tomatoes).
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Make it spicy with hot enchilada sauce or chipotle powder in the beef.