Shelly's Recipe

SOUTHWEST BEEF PIZZA

Category: Pizza

1 lb lean ground beef
1/4 tsp salt
1 prepared pizza crust
1-1/4 cups mild, thick and chunky salsa
1-1/2 cups (6 oz.) shredded Mexican cheese blend or Monterrey Jack cheese
1/2 can (4 oz.) diced green chilies, drained
2 medium plum tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped
1/3 cup thin red onion slivers

In large skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat 8-10 minutes, or until no longer pink.

Pour off drippings. Season with 1/4 tsp salt. Heat grill to low heat. Spread salsa over prepared pizza crust. Sprinkle with half of cheese. Top with beef, chilies, tomatoes and red onion. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Grill 4-5 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with cilantro. Cut into wedges and serve hot.