Beefy Hash Brown Pizza

INGREDIENTS:

5 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 can (10.75 ounce size) cheddar cheese soup, undiluted
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (4 ounce size) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 can (15 ounce size) pizza sauce
4 cups shredded Italian-blend cheese, divided

 

PREPARATION:

In a bowl, combine the potatoes, soup, egg, salt and pepper. Spread mixture into a greased 15-in x 10-in x 1-in baking pan.

Bake at 400 degrees F for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and mushrooms over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in pizza sauce; keep warm.

Sprinkle half the cheese over hot crust. Spread meat mixture over the top; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

NUTRITION:
987 calories, 67 grams fat, 47 grams carbohydrates, 50 grams protein per serving.