Mexican Pizzas

Ingredients

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 T. chili powder
• 1 tsp. cumin
• 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 15 oz. fat-free refried beans
• 8 corn tortillas
• 1 c. chunky salsa, any heat level
• 2 c. Mexican cheese blend
• 2-3 green onions, sliced
• 2 Roma tomatoes, cored and diced
• 1/4 c. black olives, pitted and sliced

Directions

1. Heat oven to 400F.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef. Add onion and saute beef and onion together. Add garlic and saute 2 minutes Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt and pepper, and drain off fat. Set aside.
3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place tortillas on baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes. When ready, top 4 tortillas with refried beans, followed by a layer of the beef mixture. Top with remaining four tortillas. Bake for 5-10 minutes.
4. Spread salsa over the tortillas. Top with cheese, green onions, tomatoes, and olives. Bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, until cheese is melted and begins to bubble. Serve with your favorite toppings.