Cumin and olives are used to create a wonderful spin on this pasta dish
| Yield | |
|---|---|
| Source | Patty Josifek |
| Prep time | 30 minutes |
| 1⁄2 | Pound | ground beef |
| 1 | Cup | refried beans |
| 1 | Teaspoon | oregano |
| 1⁄2 | Teaspoon | cumin |
| 8 | manicotti shells | |
| 1 1⁄4 | Cup | water |
| 1 | Can | picante sauce (8 oz., can use taco sauce) |
| 1 | Carton | sour cream (8 oz) |
| 1⁄4 | green onion (finely chopped) | |
| 1⁄4 | Cup | olives (sliced, pitted, ripe) |
| 1⁄2 | Cup | Monterrey Jack (shredded) |
Combine ground beef, refried beans, oregano and cumin. Mix well. Fill uncooked shells with meat mixture. Arrange in a 10x16x2 inch baking dish. Combine water and picante sauce, pour over shells. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Cook in microwave oven on high for 10 minutes, giving dish a half turn once. Using tongs, turn shells over. Microwave covered, on medium for 17-19 minutes, giving dish a half turn once. Combine sour cream, green onion, and olives. Spoon down center of casserole, top with cheese. Cook uncovered in microwave on high 2-3 mintues until cheese melts.
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