Mexican Manicotti

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. lean ground beef
• 16 ounce can refried beans
• 3 teaspoons chili powder
• 3 teaspoons oregano
• 8 ounce package manicotti shells
• 2 1/2 cups water
• 16 ounces picante sauce
• 16 ounces sour cream
• 1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
• 1/4 cup sliced green onions
• 1/4 cup sliced ripe olives

Method:

• In bowl, mix uncooked beef, beans, chili powder, and oregano. Spoon into uncooked manicotti shells.
• Place in greased baking pan. Mix water and sauce, pour over manicotti.
• Cover and refrigerate 8 hours.
• Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
• Cover and bake at 350F for 1 hour. Uncover; spoon on sour cream.
• Sprinkle with cheese, onions, and olives. Bake for 8 minutes more.