Mexican Manicotti - Recipe

Quick, easy and very tasty.
This recipe is one that you can make the night before, then simply pop in the oven the next night and have a wonderful meal.
I omit the water and cook the shells until they are slightly soft when I am not going to place it in the refrigerator overnight.




* Exported from MasterCook *

Mexican Manicotti

Recipe By: Taste of Home's Quick Cooking
Serving Size: 8
Categories: Main Meal

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 pound lean ground beef
16 ounces low fat refried beans -- 1 can
2 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
8 ounces manicotti shells -- 1 pkg
2 1/2 cups water
16 ounces picante sauce
2 cups light sour cream
1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
1/4 cup green onions -- sliced

• In a bowl, combine the uncooked beef, beans, chili powder and oregano.
• Spoon into uncooked manicotti shells; arrange in a greased 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish.
• Combine water and picante sauce; pour over shells. cover and refrigerate overnight.
• Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
• Cover and bake at 350 for 1 hr.
• Uncover; spoon sour cream over the top. Sprinkle with the cheese, onions and olives if desired.
• Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until the cheese is melted.

Yield:
"8 "
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Serving Ideas:

• Side salad