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Not real impressed with this recipe. A little bland and a very mushy texture. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-12-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Cleeo2"},"reviewBody":"I followed recipe as directed except I used one cup sour cream and it was plenty. Overall, I feel it the dish was bland. I also kind of felt like I was eating lasagna. If I make this again I will use a taco seasoning packet.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-08-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BobbysChicagoBAbe"},"reviewBody":"My family asked me when I'll be making it again! I did cut the water down to 1 3\/4 c., added the seasonings that WDDYMNCOOK mentioned, and they really helped. It does look like everything is drowning at first, but it all comes out great in the end. I had some extra filling left over after filling the manicotti, and just sprinkled that over the top. If you can make this ahead of time, and then reheat, the taste makes a world of difference. My daughter and I had some the first time around, and we weren't that crazy about it. But reheated the next day made it a major hit with both of us!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-06-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"rosspisak"},"reviewBody":"I made this twice now and find it to be just ok. Each time I made it I used different salsas. I think it might be a matter of finding the right salsa. I'm going to keep trying. I also cut the amount of water by 1\/2 cup. Who knows my next time of making this might earn it 5 stars.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-03-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"laurievm"},"reviewBody":"My family loves this dish. I add a little salt and pepper and garlic to the mix.Its so easy to put together, I use my husbands jerky gun to fill the mannicotti shells, it makes fast work of a triple batch.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-12-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"charlottesumtimz"},"reviewBody":"We eat meatless dinners twice a week, and this recipe is easy to modify. I prepare one box of Spanish Rice, and combine it with the refried beans in place of the ground beef. Delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-10-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"bruiseviolet"},"reviewBody":"My mom started making this YEARS ago when it was in Quick Cooking. I know make it for my family. It's always a hit. Great meal to freeze ahead and throw in the oven for a quick dinner.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-09-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"dmwalsh45"},"reviewBody":"Have made this dish many times so good every one loves it .","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-07-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"kenpat"},"reviewBody":"Hubby Loved this but would not use 2 1\/2 cups water. Was a little to soupy but otherwise delicious. And yes use UNCOOKED beef.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-06-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"squatch44"},"reviewBody":"Great taste...easy to make...turned out a little watery...next time I will cut down the amount of water!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-10-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"WDBYMNCook"},"reviewBody":"Have made this twice. First time, I followed the recipe to a T, good but a bit bland - especially since it is supposed to be Mexican. The second time I upped the chili pdr to 2T, used 1T oregano and 1T cumin. Medium picante sauce rounded out the flavors. Perfect amount of spice even for my child who thinks salt is \"spicy.\" Will make again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"lindavsmith"},"reviewBody":"jackyminer,The recipe states \"uncooked beef\".","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-06-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"skymom747"},"reviewBody":"this is one of our favorite recipes!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"SDNelly"},"reviewBody":"I have been making this recipe since the book came out. I recently made a quadriple batch for the volleyball team dinner. I thought that there were be leftovers for the rest of the family; however, there weren't, and the girls came back and scraped the pan out. I have had to share this recipe with all of them!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-12-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"elisa"},"reviewBody":"Love It! I like the fact that the work is done the night before, so on a busy day I still can have such a great meal. My husband cannot eat pasta sauce.... so anything similar to traditional lasagna, etc is appreciated in my house.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-12-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"JulieDawsey"},"reviewBody":"I've been using this Taste Recipes recipe since it was first printed about 8 years ago. We love it! A friend of mine asked for the recipe but when she made it, she didn't make it the night before and the noodles were still hard. But if you follow the directions correctly it will come out perfect every time! I double it up when we have friends coming over. Takes the stress out of running around and trying to cook at the last minute.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"kluesner5"},"reviewBody":"This was great. Will make again and again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-07-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RAtwell"},"reviewBody":"This has become a family favorite. No changes needed.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Jchancery"},"reviewBody":"We LOVE this recipe at my house, if you can't make the night before, I have cooked the shells according to package directions, browned the beef, added the beans and everything like the recipe says, and cooked it that way. Much better to do ahead of tme though!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-08-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"elaineae"},"reviewBody":"I cut the recipe in half. I only had time to refrigerate for 2 hours and it came out fine.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-08-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"sands351"},"reviewBody":"I have made this recipe many times and it is excellent. Follow the recipe as stated. DO NOT cook the shells or beef before assembling. I was nervous this 1st time I made it but it turned out to be great. This is a favorite of ours and we enjoy it often.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-02-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"muffnette"},"reviewBody":"LOVE this recipe!! what a twist on manicotti - a mexican version!! my family gobbles this up - the flavor is just bursting! YUM!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jackyminer"},"reviewBody":"Are the shells stuffed with cooked or uncooked ground beef? 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