It’s probably a valid assumption that you’ve been following the whole cyclosporiasis saga with bated breath, trying to determine what’s even moderately safe to eat anymore. Who would have thought something as innocuous as lettuce could cause so much drama? Chips and candy would never. Even more so, you were likely left horrified by the news that Taco Bell was at the center of the outbreak after realizing you just put away three Chalupa Supremes without coming up for air. Luckily, if you’ve been steering clear of Taco Bell, the beloved house of tacos is offering $1 Mexican Pizzas today only. And you can rest assured that they’re completely lettuce-free.
After discovering that shredded iceberg lettuce manufactured by Taylor Farms was the culprit behind the ongoing cyclosporiasis epidemic, Taco Bell decided to remove lettuce from its menu nationwide and has since made several concerted efforts to regain the trust of fans. Last week the brand offered $1 Enchiritos and this week the brand is highlighting the beloved Mexican Pizza. If you’re unfamiliar, Taco Bell’s Mexican Pizza features seasoned beef and refried beans layered between two crispy tortilla shells with Mexican Pizza sauce, diced tomatoes, and a blend of mozzarella, pepperjack, and cheddar cheeses on top.
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Effectively, it’s a double-decker tostada done Taco Bell’s way. The good news is there isn’t any lettuce to be found on the dish, so you won’t have to worry about any of the more unsavory side effects that come with accidentally ingesting the contaminated produce. And at just $1, that puts this best-selling item at a nearly $5 discount. In addition to that, if you’re not already a Taco Bell Rewards member, you can sign up in the app and claim a medium drink for $1, too. That’s an entire meal for less than the cost of a Mexican Pizza at full price.
A statement on Taco Bell’s website assures guests that it “has completed removal of affected Taylor Farms lettuce” from its restaurants and that it “has taken precautionary action” and encourages “all relevant restaurants, retailers, and foodservice operators to do the same.”
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