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Ingredients
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- 2 (8-ounce) boxes manicotti shells
- 1½ pounds ground beef
- 1 pound hot Italian sausage
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 ounces cream cheese
- 1 jalapeno, finely diced
- 2 teaspoons Slap Ya Mama seasoning
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ⅓ cup barbecue sauce
- 2 (16-ounce) packages bacon (additional as needed)
- Extra barbecue sauce for coating
Instructions
- Combine ground beef, sausage, onion, cheeses, jalapeno, and seasonings in a bowl.
- Stuff the manicotti shells carefully.
- Wrap each shell with bacon, ensuring they are well covered.
- Brush the wrapped shells with barbecue sauce on both sides.
- Smoke shells at 250°F for 2 hours, flipping halfway through and adding more sauce.
Notes
Preheat your smoker to 250°F before starting.
Avoid overstuffing the shells to prevent breaking during cooking.
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 12
- Cholesterol: 55