How to Make The Tostada Connection - A Step-by-Step Guide

At the heart of Mexican cuisine lies the tostada, a versatile and delicious dish that has been enjoyed for generations. The tostada is a crispy tortilla topped with a variety of savory ingredients, making it a perfect canvas for culinary creativity. From simple and satisfying toppings like refried beans and cheese, to more complex and indulgent combinations featuring shrimp, avocado, and salsa, the tostada offers endless possibilities for flavor and texture.

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Ingredients

  • 4 ounces lean ground beef
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1 frozen margherita pizza on cauliflower crust
  • ¾ cup canned refried beans
  • ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 1 pizza

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Cook and stir ground beef in a skillet until browned and crumbly, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain grease from skillet, stir in tomato sauce and taco seasoning, and cook for about 2 minutes. Set aside.
  • Place frozen pizza on a pizza or round baking pan. Spread refried beans evenly over the crust, followed by a layer of the ground beef mixture. Sprinkle the pizza with shredded Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crust is crispy, edges are golden brown, and cheese is melted, 15 to 17 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    337 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 56mg
    • Sodium: 804mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 124mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 302mg