Mexican Manicotti
Mexican Manicotti is a flavorful twist on traditional Italian pasta, featuring a savory filling of ground beef, refried beans, and spices, baked with a zesty sauce and topped with cheese, sour cream, and fresh tomatoes. Perfect for a hearty family dinner or casual gathering with bold Mexican-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat.
- Mix the cooked beef with refried beans, oregano, and cumin.
- Fill uncooked manicotti shells with the beef and bean mixture.
- Arrange the filled shells in a 9 x 13-inch baking pan.
- Combine taco or picante sauce with water and pour over the shells.
- Bake uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Turn the shells over carefully and bake for an additional 25 minutes.
- Mix sour cream, chopped green onions, and Monterey Jack cheese.
- Spread the sour cream mixture over the shells and bake for 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle diced tomatoes on top before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
553
kcal
28% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).