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Loaded Tater Tots

A delightful mix of crispy tater tots topped with gooey cheese, savory bacon, and fresh green onions, perfect for any gathering!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 32 oz Frozen tater tots The star of the show!
  • 2 cups Cheddar cheese Mild or sharp, your choice!
  • 1 cup Bacon bits Use fresh cooked bacon for best flavor!
  • 1 cup Sour cream For drizzling on top.
  • 0.25 cup Green onions Chopped, for garnish.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Just a dash to enhance flavors.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven according to the tater tots package instructions (usually around 425°F).
  2. On a baking sheet, arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer.
Cooking
  1. Bake the tater tots until crispy and golden brown, usually around 20-25 minutes.
  2. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle cheddar cheese and bacon bits over the tater tots.
  3. Return the loaded tots to the oven for a few more minutes until the cheese is melted.
  4. Drizzle with sour cream and top with chopped green onions before serving.
Serving
  1. Serve warm and enjoy the incredible symphony of flavors and textures.

Notes

For extra crispiness, use a baking rack. Experiment with cheese types and create variations with different toppings.