Beefy Hash Brown Pizza

Shelby Jo's Note:

A tasty twist on pizza. Hash brown potatoes are used as the crust.

• Total Time: 50 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 35 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 5 cups frozen shredded has brown potatoes , thawed
• 1 (10 ¾ ounce) can cheddar cheese soup , undiluted
• 1 egg , lightly beaten
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 medium onion , chopped
• 1 (4 ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces , drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can pizza sauce
• 4 cups shredded pizza cheese , divided

Directions:

1. In a bowl, combine the potatoes, soup, egg, salt & pepper. Spread mixture into a greased 15-in x 10-in x 1-in. baking pan. Bake at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes, or until lightly browned.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook the beef, onion, and mushrooms, until meat is no longer pink; drain.
3. Stir in pizza sauce; keep warm.
4. Sprinkle 2 cups cheese over hot crust. Spread meat mixture over top; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.