Taco Tostada Pizza

This quick taco tostada pizza uses a crisp flat shell as the base. Refried beans, taco meat and cheese are warmed together, then topped with fresh lettuce, tomatoes and other taco-night favorites.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 tostada pizzas

Ingredients

• 4 flat tostada shells
• 1 cup refried beans
• 1 cup cooked seasoned ground beef
• 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican-style cheese
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1 tomato, diced
• Sliced olives, onions, salsa or sour cream, optional

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Arrange the tostada shells on a baking sheet.
3. Spread each shell with refried beans.
4. Top with cooked ground beef and shredded cheese.
5. Bake for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the shells are warm.
6. Remove from the oven and top with lettuce, tomatoes and any additional toppings.
7. Serve immediately.