Jul 17 2026

Desperado - 10" Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

This TACO pizza is not one to be messed with! This Fan Fave starts with Cheese Sauce & is topped with Mozzarella & Taco Meat & is finished with crushed Doritos, Shredded Lettuce, Cheddar Cheese, Tomatoes, Black Olives & topped off with a drizzle of Taco Sauce!

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Ingredients

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Pizza Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Taco Meat

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat, then add taco seasoning and water (following package directions). Simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.

  2. 2

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).

  3. 3

    Assemble the Pizza

    Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to fit a 10-inch pizza pan. Spread the cheese sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese on top, followed by the cooked taco meat.

  4. 4

    Add Toppings

    Evenly distribute the crushed Doritos, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, and cheddar cheese over the pizza.

  5. 5

    Bake

    Place the assembled pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.

  6. 6

    Finish and Serve

    Remove from the oven and drizzle with taco sauce as desired. Let cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve warm.

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