Mexican Manicotti
Source of Recipe
"Quick Cooking"
Recipe Introduction
Here is a good way to make crazy Italian/Mexican food.
List of Ingredients
- 1 pound of lean ground beef
- 1 can(16 ounces) refried beans
- 2 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 pkg (8 ounces) manicotti shells
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1 jar (16 ounces) picante sauce
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- sliced ripe olives, optional
Instructions
- In a bowl combine the uncooked beef, beans, chili powder and oregano. Spoon into cooked manicotti shells;
- Arrange in a greased 13in.x 9in. baking dish. Combine water and picante sauce; pour over shells
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Remove from a rewfrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.
- Uncover; Spoon sour cream over top, sprinkle with cheese, onions and olives if desired. Bake another 5-10
or until cheese is melted. Yields 8 servings
Final Comments
I usually just put it straight into oven. I don't wait over night.
|
|