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Start by browning meat in a skillet until no longer pink.
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Warm refried beans in a pot over low heat, stirring often to avoid burning.
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Preheat oven to 350F.
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While meat is browning, drizzle a small amount of oil (olive or vegetable) in another skillet.
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Over low-medium heat, lightly brown both sides of each tortilla shell, making them crispy.
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Set on a plate with paper towels to absorb the extra oil.
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You can do this step without oil, by just lightly toasting both sides of each tortilla shell on low heat.
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Meanwhile, add taco seasoning to meat according to package instructions.
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When all tortilla shells are crispy and the beef is fully cooked and seasoned, take 4 of the shells and lay them out on cookie sheets.
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Spread a layer of refried beans on each, then top each with a quarter of the seasoned beef.
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Top each with one of the last 4 tortillas, forming somewhat of a sandwich.
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Sprinkle onions and cheese on the top of each layered pizza.
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Place cookie sheets in the oven until the cheese melts, about 10 minutes.
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Take pizzas out of the oven and top with lettuce and tomato.
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Serve with taco sauce, sour cream, and/or guacamole.
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Notes: Use ground turkey for a lighter variation.
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For extra heat, substitute shredded pepper jack cheese, or add diced jalapenos in with the onions.
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If you prefer corn tortillas, feel free to use them.
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They are healthier (and more traditional) than flour tortillas.
