Microwave Mexican Manicotti

Microwave Mexican Manicotti
Microwave Mexican Manicotti might be This recipe is typical of Mexican cuisine. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes.

Instructions

1
Grease a microwave-safe 9x12 inch baking dish, and set aside.
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2
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, and cook and stir the beef until crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink, about 10 minutes.
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3
Drain and discard any excess grease.
4
Mix together the cooked ground beef, refried beans, oregano, and cumin in a bowl. Spoon the mixture into uncooked manicotti shells, and place the filled shells into the baking dish.
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5
Combine the water and picante sauce in a bowl, and pour over the shells.
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Cover the dish with microwave-safe plastic wrap, cut a few holes in the wrap with a knife to vent, and microwave on High power for 10 minutes. Carefully pull back the plastic wrap to avoid steam, and turn the shells over with tongs. Replace the plastic and microwave an additional 15 to 20 minutes on Medium power, until the shells are cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
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7
Pull off the plastic wrap, and spoon sour cream over the shells.
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8
Sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese and chopped green onions for garnish.
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Recommended wine: Pinot Noir, Riesling, Sparkling Rose

Pinot Noir, Riesling, and Sparkling rosé are my top picks for Mexican. Acidic white wines like riesling or low-tannin reds like pinot noir can work well with Mexican dishes. Sparkling rosé is a safe pairing too. The Jimmy John's Vin De Sandwich Pinot Noir with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating seems like a good match. It costs about 30 dollars per bottle.
Jimmy John's Vin De Sandwich Pinot Noir
Jimmy John's Vin De Sandwich Pinot Noir
The Pinot Noir was produced and bottled by The Folk Machine winery, and winemaker Kenny Likitprakong.
DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings12
Health Score4
CuisinesMexican
Dish TypesSide Dish
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