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Easy Crispy School Lunch Fiestada Mexican Pizza

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A quick and easy Mexican pizza with a crispy tortilla base, seasoned taco meat, refried beans, and melty cheese, perfect for school lunches or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 (8-inch) flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup refried beans (smooth style)
  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef (85% lean)
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons tomato sauce or enchilada sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Optional: diced tomatoes
  • Optional: sliced black olives
  • Optional: jalapeño slices
  • Sliced green onions (for garnish)
  • Chopped cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until no pink remains, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Sprinkle taco seasoning over the beef along with 1/4 cup water. Stir and simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Place the tortillas spaced apart on the sheet.
  5. Spread about 1/4 cup refried beans evenly on each tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges.
  6. Spoon 1 tablespoon tomato or enchilada sauce on top of the beans on each tortilla, spreading gently.
  7. Divide the seasoned beef evenly over each tortilla.
  8. Combine shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese and sprinkle evenly over the meat.
  9. Add optional toppings such as diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, and jalapeño slices if desired.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until cheese is bubbly and edges of tortillas are crispy.
  11. Remove from oven and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

Keep a close eye during the last few minutes of baking to avoid burning the tortilla. Tent loosely with foil if cheese browns too fast. For extra crunch, pre-bake tortillas for 2 minutes before adding toppings. Use a light hand with sauces to prevent sogginess. Reheat leftovers in toaster or conventional oven to maintain crispiness; avoid microwaving.

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Keywords: Mexican pizza, Fiestada, school lunch, crispy tortilla, taco meat, easy dinner, quick recipe

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