1 1/2 lb. ground beef
2 c. spaghetti sauce, divided
1 tbsp. onion powder
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 c. shredded Mozzarella cheese
14 large manicotti shells, cooked and drained

In a skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain. Remove from heat. Stir in 1 cup spaghetti sauce, onion powder, salt and pepper. Cool for 5 minutes. Set 1/2 cup aside. Add cheese to the remaining meat mixture. Stuff into manicotti shells. Arrange in a greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish. Combine remaining spaghetti sauce and reserved meat mixture. Pour over shells.

Bake, uncovered, at 350°F for 10 minutes.

Yield: 7 servings.