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Mexicotti

Recipe By : KOTV--adapted
Serving Size : 7
Categories : Beef Ethnic Main Dishes Pasta

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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12 oz ground beef, extra lean
1/2 c onion -- finely chopped
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper -- ground
19 oz red enchilada sauce
10 oz green chili enchilada sauce
10 oz diced tomatoes and green chilis -- (Rotel type)
8 oz manicotti -- dry
8 oz light Mexican cheese blend -- grated

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, onion, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Set aside.

In a separate large mixing bowl, combine enchilada sauces and tomatoes and green chilies. (If the recipe proves too "hot" for you, try using chopped tomatoes.) Spread about 1/3 of this mixture in cold electric skillet. Set aside.

Stuff manicotti shells with ground beef mixture. Arrange shells in electric skillet. Pour remaining sauce mixture over tamales. Cover. Turn skillet to 225 degrees and cook for 45 minutes.

Turn skillet off. Sprinkle cheese over tamales and replace cover. Let stand 10-15 minutes.

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Serving Ideas : Serve with refried beans.

NOTES : 350 calories 9 g fat 1.5 g fiber 7 points

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