Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Manicotti
These Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Manicotti are a BBQ-style twist on Italian comfort food. Each manicotti shell is packed with a spicy beef and sausage filling, loaded with gooey cheese, jalapeños, and bold seasoning—then wrapped in bacon and slow-baked until crispy and caramelized with barbecue sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 8 oz boxes uncooked manicotti shells
- 1½ pounds ground beef
- 1 pound hot Italian sausage
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 2 cups shredded Colby jack cheddar cheese
- 6 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 jalapeño finely diced
- 2 tsp Slap Ya Mama seasoning
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 3 12 oz packages bacon
- ⅓ cup barbecue sauce plus more for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Line a baking sheet with foil and place wire rack on top.
- Mix beef, sausage, onion, cheeses, jalapeño, and seasonings in large bowl.
- Stuff uncooked manicotti shells from both ends with filling, avoiding air pockets.
- Wrap each shell with bacon slices, securing ends.
- Brush with barbecue sauce and place on rack.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/bacon-wrapped-stuffed-manicotti/
Notes
• Do not boil the manicotti—uncooked shells hold the filling better and cook perfectly in the oven.
• A wire rack helps the bacon crisp evenly on all sides.
• Spice level can be adjusted by skipping the jalapeño or using mild sausage.