1/4 c. chopped onion
1 clove garlic minced
1 T. oil
15 oz. can Amour Chili (no beans)
12 manicotti shells
2 eggs beaten
2 1/2 c. cottage cheese
1 1/2 c. cheddar cheese
1-2 jalapeno peppers (seeded and chopped) optional
Cook onions and garlic in oil. Stir in chili. Heat. Cook shells and drain. Combine eggs, cottage cheese, 1 c. cheddar cheese, peppers and mix well. Spoon 1/4 c. mixture in each shell. Pour half chili mixture in 12 x 7 1/2 x 2 baking dish. Place stuffed shells in dish and pour remaining chili over shells. Bake at 350 degrees for 40-45 minutes covered. Put 1/2 c. cheese over all and bake until melted. Let stand 5 minutes. Serves 6
