Best 7 Loaded Tater Tots Recipes
Indulge in a culinary delight with our irresistible Loaded Tater Tots, a tantalizing symphony of flavors and textures that will elevate your taste buds to new heights. These crispy, golden-brown tater tots are generously topped with a medley of savory ingredients, creating a delectable appetizer, side dish, or even a main course that will satisfy every craving. From the classic combination of melted cheese, bacon, and sour cream to the tantalizing fusion of chili, cheese, and onions, our collection of loaded tater tot recipes offers a diverse range of options to suit every palate. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or an adventurous twist, these recipes will guide you effortlessly through the process of crafting this beloved dish in the comfort of your own kitchen.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
TATER TOT-CHOS
Playing with food is loads of fun when you have Tater Tots and taco toppings. Let kids build their own for smiles all around. -Eleanor Mielke, Mitchell, South Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bake Tater Tots according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles, 6-8 minutes; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. , To serve, top Tater Tots with beef mixture, cheese, lettuce and, if desired, olives. Serve with taco sauce and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 23g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 828mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
LOADED TATER TOTS RECIPE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Arrange tater tots on pan and bake for 25 minutes or per package directions.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl whisk together sour cream, mayo and ranch dressing mix. Keep chilled until assembling. (This can be done one day in advance for a timesaver)
- To assemble: Arrange tater tots on a serving platter or serve on pan. Drizzle with warm queso. Top with shredded cheese, 1/2 ranch seasoned sour cream, crumbled bacon and green onion.
- Serve immediately with remaining ranch sour cream on the side.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 379 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 51 mg, Sodium 852 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g
LOADED TATER TOTS®
Brought this to a football-watching party, and it was a great crowd-pleaser.
Provided by Tyson
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry
Time 1h5m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Arrange potato nuggets in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and chop coarsely.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add shallot and cook until fragrant. Stir in flour and cook until light golden, about 2 minutes. Whisk in milk and 2 tablespoons sour cream; stir until smooth and thick, about 5 minutes. Season with black pepper and nutmeg. Stir in 1 cup Cheddar cheese until fully melted.
- Transfer potatoes to a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle bacon on top. Pour cheese sauce over the potatoes. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven just until cheese melts, about 7 minutes. Remove from the oven; top with green onions and 2 tablespoons sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 28.4 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 489 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
MEXICAN STREET CORN LOADED TOTS
This is a version of tot-chos (tater tot nachos!) inspired by elote, the Mexican street corn that's covered in mayo, chili powder, Cotija and lime, that hits all the best flavor notes!
Provided by Molly Yeh
Time 2h5m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Place the tots on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper, then sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Bake until golden and crispy, 25 to 30 minutes.
- For the chili lime cream: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, chili powder, salt and lime zest. Set aside.
- For the loaded tots: Remove the tots from the oven, then add the corn and bake for an additional 6 minutes. Remove again and sprinkle all of the mozzarella and half of the queso fresco to cover. Bake until melty, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle with remaining queso fresco and add big dollops of the cream. Garnish with the cilantro, green onions, Pickled Red Onions, a dash of chili powder and salt. Squeeze fresh lime juice on top and enjoy!
- Heat the vinegar, sugar, salt and 1 cup water in a small saucepan, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve. Pour over the onions in a small jar. Let cool completely, then refrigerate.
MINI LOADED TATER TOTS® APPETIZERS
Start the party with a tasty TATER TOTS recipe that yields Mini Loaded TATER TOTS® Appetizers! Prep time for this TATER TOTS recipe is just 15 minutes.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 40m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450ºF.
- Place 2 TATER TOTS in each of 24 mini muffin pan cups sprayed with cooking spray; place on bottom oven rack. Bake 10 min.
- Spray bottom of shot glass with cooking spray. Use (in twisting motion) to press TATER TOTS in each muffin cup to make potato cup. Return to oven; bake additional 15 min. or until deep golden brown.
- Add cheese to potato cups; bake 1 min. or until melted. Transfer to platter; fill with remaining ingredients.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 280 mg, Carbohydrate 10 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 3 g
LOADED TATER TOT BAKE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes. Add Canadian bacon; cook until lightly browned, 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. , Line bottom of a greased 11x7-in. baking dish with Tater Tots; top with Canadian bacon mixture. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, sour cream, cream and seasonings until blended. Stir in cheese; pour over top. Bake, uncovered, until golden brown, 35-40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 443 calories, Fat 29g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 243mg cholesterol, Sodium 917mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
LOADED TOTCHOS
Do you know what totchos are? You will after watching our How to Make Totchos cooking video. Hint: There are ORE-IDA TATER TOTS and some cheese involved.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 42m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425ºF.
- Bake TATER TOTS as directed on package.
- Meanwhile, mix sour cream, dressing and 2 Tbsp. chives until blended.
- Spread TATER TOTS onto platter; top with sour cream mixture, cheese and bacon. Sprinkle with remaining chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 650 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 7 g
Tips:
- Choose the right potatoes: Use russet potatoes for the best results. They have a high starch content, which makes them fluffy and crispy when cooked.
- Grate the potatoes finely: This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming too mushy.
- Season the potatoes well: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to taste.
- Form the tater tots into uniform shapes: This will help them cook evenly.
- Freeze the tater tots before cooking: This will help them hold their shape and prevent them from falling apart.
- Cook the tater tots until they are golden brown and crispy: This will ensure that they are cooked through.
- Serve the tater tots with your favorite toppings: Some popular options include cheese, bacon, sour cream, and salsa.
Conclusion:
Loaded tater tots are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or game days. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a fun and tasty treat, give loaded tater tots a try. You won't be disappointed!
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