Loaded Tater Tots Cheese Beef (Printable)

Golden tater tots layered with cheddar, beef bacon, and fresh herbs for a savory, comforting bite.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tater Tots

01 - 28 oz frozen tater tots

→ Toppings

02 - 5 oz shredded cheddar cheese
03 - 4 oz beef bacon, chopped
04 - 4 spring onions, thinly sliced
05 - 1/3 cup sour cream
06 - 1 medium tomato, diced
07 - 2 tbsp fresh chives or parsley, chopped
08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Spread frozen tater tots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crispy.
03 - While the tater tots bake, cook the chopped beef bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels.
04 - When tater tots are ready, sprinkle evenly with shredded cheddar cheese and cooked beef bacon. Return to the oven for 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
05 - Remove from oven and transfer to a serving platter. Top with spring onions, dollops of sour cream, diced tomato, and fresh herbs. Season with black pepper. Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Takes frozen tater tots from snack food to something people actually get excited about
  • The combination of crispy, salty, creamy, and fresh hits every single craving
02 -
  • Soggy tater tots happen when you skip the parchment paper, as steam gets trapped underneath
  • The cheese goes from melted to separated and oily if you leave it in too long during the second bake
03 -
  • Use a rimmed baking sheet or the cheese will slide off and burn on the bottom of your oven
  • Let the pan cool for 5 minutes before transferring or the loaded tots will slide right off

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