Mexican Lasagna Bites

Description:

Ingredients:

1½ lb. ground beef
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 tbsp. olive oil
1oz. taco seasoning
14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes, drained
¼ c. diced sliced jalapeno
1 tbsp. cilantro
15 oz. ricotta cheese
2 c. sharp white cheddar cheese
14­16 Manocotti Shells
5 eggs, whisked
3 c. plain bread crumbs
½ tbsp. salt
2 tsp. smoked paprika
2 tsp. ancho chilli powder
2 tsp. onion powder
1 1/ 2 quarts vegetable oil
Dipping Sauce
4 c. Fontina Cheese
¾ c. pico de gallo