D-S Taco Pizza

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 jalapeño, diced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese
• 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 (14-inch) pre-made pizza dough

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef, onion, and jalapeño until the beef is cooked through and the vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes.
3. Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, pepper, and salt. Cook for 1 minute more.
4. Stir in tomato sauce and bring to a simmer.
5. Remove from heat and set aside.
6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out pizza dough into a 14-inch circle.
7. Transfer dough to a greased baking sheet.
8. Spread beef mixture over the pizza dough, then top with shredded cheese and diced tomatoes.
9. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
10. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Interesting Facts

• Taco pizza is a popular dish in the United States, with some restaurants offering their own version of the dish.
• Taco pizza was invented in the early 1980s in the United States.
• The most popular toppings for taco pizza are ground beef, tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, and cheese.