Ingredients
Lean ground beef: gives a hearty base go for the leanest you can find to avoid excess grease
Diced yellow onion: adds gentle sweetness and aroma choose firm unbruised onions
Green bell pepper: brings freshness and extra nutrition look for bright glossy skins
Pepperoni chopped: amps up the classic pizza flavor get one with a smoky profile for depth
Chopped garlic: brightens and ties the flavors together fresh cloves always beat prechopped
Pizza sauce: moistens the mix and carries tomatoey goodness taste a few brands to find your favorite
Italian seasoning: brings herby notes do not be shy about using a quality blend
Ricotta cheese: makes the filling rich and creamy check for smooth texture without graininess
Mozzarella cheese: creates the signature melt and stretch shred your own for best melt
Crumbled bacon: infuses smoky crunch cook until crisp and blot excess fat for best flavor
Flour tortillas: work as the rollable base choose large soft tortillas for easier assembly
Extra pizza sauce for the top: ensures every bite stays saucy
More mozzarella cheese on top: makes a golden bubbly crust use whole milk cheese if you can
Pepperoni slices and bacon for topping: add visual appeal and lots of flavor
Step-by-Step Instructions
Brown the Beef:
Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium high heat breaking it apart with a spoon until fully browned This step develops richness while the beef crisps up slightly
Build the Aromatics:
Add diced onions bell peppers and chopped pepperoni Stir well and cook until the vegetables are soft and the pepperoni releases its oils letting the flavors blend together
Add Garlic:
Stir in chopped garlic letting it cook gently for about two minutes to keep its aroma vibrant but not bitter
Mix the Filling:
Take the skillet off the heat Stir in pizza sauce Italian seasoning ricotta shredded mozzarella and crumbled bacon Mix until smooth and all elements are evenly distributed
Fill the Tortillas:
Lay tortillas on a clean work surface Place generous scoops of the beef mixture down the center of each tortilla Try not to overfill to make rolling easier
Prepare for Baking:
Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray Arrange filled tortillas seam side down so they do not unravel while baking
Top and Finish Assembly:
Pour pizza sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas Make sure to cover right to the edges for flavor in every bite Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella then arrange pepperoni slices and scatter bacon on top
Bake to Perfection:
Bake in a preheated oven at 375F for twenty to twenty five minutes until the cheese is fully melted and starts to brown around the edges
Serve:
Let cool slightly before serving so the cheese sets and you get picture perfect slices
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