Loaded Tater Tots

These Loaded Tater Tots or Totchos are a simple appetizer recipe for a crowd. Extra crisp tots are layered with your favorite nacho toppings like salsa, guacamole, queso, and beef for a bite that's too delicious. These are sure to be a showstopper at your next party.

Course Appetizer, Side Dish Recipes

Cuisine American

Keyword appetizer, cheddar cheese, queso, snack, tater tots

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 35

Servings

Calories 312kcal

Author Jesseca

Ingredients

16 oz tater tots about 4 cups
2 tablespoons butter
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon sour cream
1/4 teaspoon pepper
dash hot sauce optional
1 cup milk
1 cup sharp cheddar shredded
1/4 cup bacon cooked and crumbled
Green onion
Sour cream

Instructions

Set the oven to 425°F (220°C).
Spread the tater tots out in a single layer on a baking sheet. If you like, you can sprinkle some seasoning on them. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until they are golden and crispy.
While the tots are baking, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk to combine. Cook for 1 minute or until bubbly. Add 1 minced garlic clove and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
Slowly whisk in the milk. Keep stirring and let it simmer until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the sour cream, pepper, and hot sauce if you like it spicy. Add 1 cup of shredded cheese and stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Take the tater tots out of the oven. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheese and crumbled bacon on top of the tots. Put them back into the oven for 5 minutes or until the cheese is melty.
Take the tots out of the oven. Drizzle the cheese sauce over the top and sprinkle with green onions. Enjoy as-is or add any additional toppings.

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Notes

Adding Sauce: To prevent sogginess, add any cheese sauce just before serving. Drizzle it over the top and add any other toppings right away.
Broiling: After adding the cheese and toppings, pop the tray under the broiler for a minute or two. This gives a bubbly, slightly crispy top layer.

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