Friday, April 3, 2009

Homemade Taco Pizza

Taco pizza is one of my all time favorites. It satisfies my need for both tacos and pizza in one meal. So easy to make, it's sure to be a hit at your house too!



1 (10 ounce) can refrigerated pizza crust
1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro or parsley
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped*
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
2 teaspoons lime juice
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/3 cup sliced ripe olives
1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese or Cheddar cheese

Unroll pizza dough and place in a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan; flatten dough and build up edges slightly. Prick dough several times with a fork. Bake at 425 degrees F for 10-11 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack.
Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, cilantro, jalapeno, sugar, chili powder, salt and cumin. Spread over cooled crust. Toss avocado with lime juice; arrange over sour cream mixture. Sprinkle with tomatoes, onions, olives and cheese. Refrigerate until serving. Cut into squares.