My husband is a picky eater, but this healthy pizza is a dish he actually looks forward to. It has lots of flavor and leftovers are no problem because this is one of those rare foods that tastes better the next day.
—MARY BARKER KNOXVILLE, TN
START TO FINISH: 30 MIN. • MAKES: 6 SLICES
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 small sweet yellow pepper, chopped
3 teaspoons chili powder
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 prebaked 12-inch thin pizza crust
2 cups chopped fresh spinach
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
Hot pepper sauce to taste
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese
1. In a small bowl, mash black beans. Stir in the onion, yellow pepper, chili powder and cumin. In another bowl, combine the tomatoes, jalapeno and garlic.
2. Place crust on an ungreased 12-in. pizza pan; spread with bean mixture. Top with tomato mixture and spinach. Sprinkle with cilantro, pepper sauce and cheeses.
3. Bake at 400° for 12-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
NOTE Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.