Mexican Pizza Copycat – Just Like the Fast-Food Favorite
This copycat Mexican Pizza features layers of refried beans, taco-seasoned beef, cheese, and a tangy tomato sauce between crispy tortillas — baked until bubbly and topped with fresh tomato and green onion.
Ingredients
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8 medium flour tortillas
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1 lb ground beef
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1 packet taco seasoning
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1 can refried beans
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1½ cups shredded Mexican cheese
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1 cup tomato sauce
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1 tsp chili powder
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½ tsp cumin
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½ tsp sugar
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¼ tsp garlic powder
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¼ tsp onion powder
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Hot sauce to taste
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Diced tomatoes & green onions for topping
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F. Bake or pan-fry tortillas until crisp.
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Brown ground beef; add taco seasoning and water. Simmer 5 minutes.
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In saucepan, combine tomato sauce and seasonings. Simmer 5–7 minutes.
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On 4 tortillas, spread refried beans, then meat. Top each with another tortilla.
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Spread sauce on top. Sprinkle with cheese.
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Bake 8–10 minutes, until melted and golden.
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Top with tomatoes, green onions, and any extras. Slice and serve.
Notes
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Use hot honey or pickled jalapeños for extra kick.
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Make components ahead for easy assembly.
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Store leftovers in fridge up to 3 days.