Beef / Pork

Mexican Manicotti is for Dinner.

Mexican Manicotti takes several minutes to prepare.

Mexican Manicotti takes several minutes to cook.

Mexican Manicotti makes 7 servings.

The ingredients for Mexican Manicotti are:

1/2 lb lean ground beef (the leaner the better)
1 - 16 oz can fat free refried beans
2 1/2 tsp chili powder
1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
1 package 8 oz. manicoti shells
2 1/2 cups water
1 - 16oz jar of picante sauce
1 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded reduced fat monterey jack cheese
1/4 cup sliced green onions

Here is how you make Mexican Manicotti:

Night before: In a bowl, combine uncooked beef, beans, chili powder & oregano. Spoon into uncooked manicotti shells; arrange in greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish. Combine water & picante sauce, pour over shells. Cover & refrigerate overnight.That night: remove dish from refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven 350 and let bake, covered for 1 hour. Uncover; spoon sour cream over shells. Sprinkle with cheese, onions and olives (if desired) Bake additional 5 to 10 minutes until cheese is melted.Number of Servings: 7Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user MEAGANSMOM.

The nutritional information for Mexican Manicotti is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 7
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 321.7

• Total Fat: 8.5 g
• Cholesterol: 39.7 mg
• Sodium: 662.1 mg
• Total Carbs: 42.0 g
• Dietary Fiber: 5.3 g
• Protein: 14.2 g

Mexican Manicotti is Mexican cuisine.