Pizza Enchiladas Ground Beef (Print Version)
Ground beef, pepperoni, and cheese baked in tortillas with flavorful pizza sauce. Irresistibly cheesy and hearty.
# Ingredients:
→ Filling
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1 pound lean ground beef
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1 cup diced yellow onion
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1 medium green bell pepper, diced
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3 ounces chopped pepperoni
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1 tablespoon chopped garlic
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1/3 cup pizza sauce
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1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
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1 cup ricotta cheese
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/3 cup crumbled bacon
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8 large flour tortillas
→ Topping
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2 cups pizza sauce
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2 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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Pepperoni slices as needed
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1/4 cup crumbled bacon
# Steps:
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Set oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and allow to preheat.
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until evenly browned, then drain any excess fat.
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Add diced onion, green bell pepper, and chopped pepperoni to the skillet. Continue to sauté until the vegetables are tender.
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Stir in chopped garlic and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
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Add 1/3 cup pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, ricotta, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, and 1/3 cup crumbled bacon to the skillet. Mix until combined and heated through.
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Distribute the beef mixture evenly down the center of each flour tortilla, then roll tightly.
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Place each filled tortilla seam-side down on a greased baking sheet. Pour 2 cups pizza sauce over the enchiladas.
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Sprinkle 2 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella, desired pepperoni slices, and 1/4 cup crumbled bacon evenly over the top.
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Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and golden brown.
# Notes:
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Ensure tortillas are warm before filling to prevent tearing and achieve easier rolling.