Recipe South-of-the-Border Pizza (Main Dish)

Required Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon cornmeal
• 1 (1 pound) loaf frozen bread dough, thawed
• 1/2 pound lean ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 sweet yellow 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 (8 ounces) shredded reduced-fat Mexican-blend cheese
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 2 cups shredded lettuce

Preparing/Cooking:

• Coat two 12-inch pizza pans with nonstick cooking spray; sprinkle with cornmeal.
• Divide the bread dough in half; roll each portion into a 12-inch circle.
• Transfer to prepared pans.
• Build up edges slightly; prick dough thoroughly with a fork.
• Bake at 425 degrees for 12 minutes or until lightly browned.
• Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook the beef, onion, yellow pepper and garlic over medium heat until 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.

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