Manicotti

1/2 lb. ground beef
1/2 c. minced onion
1/4 c. chopped green pepper

Saute and drain fat. Add next to meat mixture:

2/3 c. tomato paste
1 c. water
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. basil leaves
2 cans stewed tomatoes

Simmer the above for 15 min. Boil 8-9 Manicotti shells in salted water for 9-10 min. Drain on paper towel. Fill shells with cheese mixture:

2 c. (1 lb.) Ricotta cheese
1 c. (4 oz.) shredded Mozzarella cheese (use more)
1/2 Tbsp. chopped parsley (use more)

Put some sauce in baking dish, then shells and more sauce. Bake at 350 for 20-30 min. (Cook with foil half and then take off.)