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Mexican Pizza Crispy Mexican-Style Pizza with Seasoned Beef and Refried Beans Ingredients: 1/2 pound ground beef 1 tablespoon taco seasoning 1/3 cup water 4 flour tortillas (8-inch) 1/2 cup refried beans 1/2 cup salsa or enchilada sauce 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1/4 cup diced tomatoes 2 tablespoons sliced black olives 2 tablespoons chopped green onions Olive oil spray or brush-on Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray or brush tortillas with olive oil and bake on a baking sheet for 5–7 minutes per side until crisp. Set aside. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until thickened. Warm refried beans slightly to make them easier to spread. Spread a thin layer over two crisped tortillas. Top each with half of the seasoned beef, then place the other tortillas on top to form pizza "sandwiches." Spread salsa or enchilada sauce over the top of each. Sprinkle with cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Add diced tomatoes, olives, and green onions over the cheese. Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Slice and serve with sour cream, guacamole, or hot sauce if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #mexicanpizza #homemadepizza #tacotuesdayrecipes #easytexmex #beefrecipes #refriedbeans #enchiladasauce #cheesypizza #quickdinners #weeknightmeal #flourtortillapizza #southwestflavors #comfortfoodrecipes #familyfriendlydinner #ovenbakedpizza #salsalovers #tacopizza #texmexfusion #easybake #mexicaninspireddish Taco night just got an upgrade This Mexican Pizza layers crisp tortillas, seasoned beef, and melty cheese for a bold, satisfying bite!

Homemade Beef Jerky Smoky and Savory Homemade Beef Jerky Ingredients: 2 lbs lean beef (top round or flank steak), thinly sliced 1/3 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat) 1 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional for added smoky flavor) Directions: Slice the beef into thin, uniform strips (freeze the meat for 30–60 minutes first to make slicing easier). In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and liquid smoke. Stir to mix well. Add the beef strips to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight. Preheat your oven to 175°F (80°C) and line two baking sheets with foil. Place a wire rack on each sheet. Lay the beef strips in a single layer across the wire racks, leaving space between each piece. Bake for 3–4 hours, flipping once halfway through, until the jerky is dry and firm but still slightly pliable. Let the jerky cool completely before storing it in an airtight container. Prep Time: 15 minutes + marinating | Cooking Time: 3.5 hours | Total Time: approx. 4 hours Kcal: 165 kcal per serving | Servings: 8 servings #beefjerky #homemadejerky #jerkyrecipe #lowcarbsnack #proteinpacked #diyjerky #meatlovers #ovenjerky #savorysnacks #preservedmeat #jerkylovers #snackideas #homemadesnacks #foodprep #jerkytime #smokyflavor #beefrecipes #kitchensnack #beefsnack #flavorfulbites Making your own jerky at home is easier than you think! Try this savory, smoky Homemade Beef Jerky—packed with flavor, protein, and perfect for snacking on the go!