Taco Beef Pizza

Ingredients

• 2 (12-inch) pre-baked pizza crusts (see note 1)
• 16 ounces refried beans (about 2 cups)
• 3/4 cup salsa (see note 2)
• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning or 1 packet store-bought (see note 3)
• 1 cup water
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups tortilla chips crushed
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 2 medium tomatoes chopped
• hot sauce

Direction

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Place crusts on un-greased pizza pans or baking sheets. In a medium bowl, combine refried beans and salsa. Spread evenly over pizza crusts.
2. In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, brown ground beef. Drain well. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered until thickened, about 10 minutes. Drain again if desired, then divide among pizza crusts.
3. Top with shredded cheese and crushed tortilla chips. Bake until cheese is melted, about 8 to 10 minutes.
4. Remove from oven. Sprinkle with lettuce and tomatoes. Drizzle with hot sauce or pass separately.