TEX MEX PIZZA

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This is quite tasty and very different from the normal pizza. It's also healthy -- the nutritional info says that a piece has 250 calories, 7 g fat, 31 g carbs, and 17 g protein.

Provided by wife2abadge

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 48m

Yield 2 pizzas, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon cornmeal
1 loaf frozen bread dough, thawed
1/2 lb ground sirloin
1 medium onion, chopped
1 yellow sweet pepper, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (16 ounce) can fat-free refried beans
1 cup salsa
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 cups reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, shredded
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
2 cups lettuce, shredded

Steps:

  • Coat two 12-inch pizza pans with nonstick cooking spray and sprinkle with cornmeal.
  • Divide the bread dough in half and roll each portion into a 12-inch circle.
  • Transfer to prepared pans and build up edges slightly.
  • Prick dough thoroughly with a fork.
  • Bake at 425 degrees for 12 minutes or until slightly browned.
  • Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook the beef, onion, yellow pepper, and garlic over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain.
  • Stir in refried beans, salsa, chilies, and chili powder; heat through.
  • Spread over the crusts; sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake 6-7 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
  • Top with tomatoes and lettuce; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.3, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 148.1, Carbohydrate 5.9, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2.2, Protein 4.8

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