Mexican Manicotti Recipe

Name: Mexican Manicotti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 small onion, chopped; 3/4 cup water; 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix; 1 3/4 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded & divided; 3/4 cup ricotta cheese; 1 (650 ml) jar salsa, divided; 1 (4 1/2 ounce) can diced green chilies; 8 soft taco-size flour tortillas (10 inch); 1 green onion, chopped (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
3/4 cup water
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 3/4 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded & divided
3/4 cup ricotta cheese
1 (650 ml) jar salsa, divided
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can diced green chilies
8 soft taco-size flour tortillas (10 inch)
1 green onion, chopped (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
Cook beef and onion in a large skillet, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink. Add water and seasoning mix; cook, stirring occasionally, until meixture is thickened.
3
Combine 3/4 cup mozzarella, ricotta cheese, and chiles in small bowl.
4
Spread 1 cup salsa onto bottom of 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
5
Fill each tortilla evenly with beef mixture, and cheese mixture; roll up. Place in baking dish.
6
Top with remaining salsa and remaining mozzarella cheese; cover.
7
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with green onions before serving.
8
To Freeze ahead:Prepare as above; do not bake. Cover; freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in refrigerator. Preheat oven to 350u00b0F Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with green onions before serving.

1249

kcal

Calories

Fat

159

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 small onion, chopped, 3/4 cup water, 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix, and more.

Yes, Mexican Manicotti falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Mexican Manicotti

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