SMOTHERED POTATO TOT NACHOS

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Smothered Potato Tot Nachos image

Provided by James Briscione

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

One 28-ounce bag frozen potato tots
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1 1/2 cups Perfect Cheese Sauce, recipe follows
1 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup pickled sliced jalapenos
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 avocado, diced
1/2 cup shredded lettuce, optional
1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon, optional
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
3 cups milk, heated
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups grated sharp Cheddar
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Arrange the potato tots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with the taco seasoning. Bake according to package instructions. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the potato tots to a large platter, stacking them no more than two high. Pour the Perfect Cheese Sauce over the tots. Garnish with the tomatoes, jalapenos, scallions, cilantro and avocado. Sprinkle with the lettuce and bacon, if using.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepot over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring often, until a thick paste forms and turns golden brown. Stir in the taco seasoning and cook 30 seconds more.
  • Gradually whisk in the milk, adding 1 cup at a time. Allow the mixture to come to a simmer before adding the next. It will be extremely thick at first and will thin with each addition. When all the milk is added bring the sauce to a simmer and cook 5 more minutes. Whisk in the cream cheese.
  • Remove the sauce from the heat. Add the Cheddar and Parmesan and whisk until smooth. The sauce keeps refrigerated for up to 2 weeks or frozen for 6 months. If using from cold, carefully bring the sauce back to a boil before serving.

Heather Trim
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices to give it more flavor.


Liezel Miravalles
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These nachos were a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I would use less cheese next time.


Miss Najma Begum
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I've made these nachos several times now and they're always a hit. I love that I can use different toppings to change up the flavor.


Rose Newa
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These nachos are the perfect comfort food. They're cheesy, gooey, and satisfying.


Benjamin Borngreat
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I made these nachos for my family and they loved them. My kids especially loved the potato tots.


Godfady Walugs
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These nachos are so easy to make, even for a beginner cook. I was able to whip them up in no time.


Mwanje paul
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I love that this recipe uses potato tots instead of tortilla chips. It gives the nachos a nice crispy texture.


Nakaggqa Justine
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These nachos are the perfect party food. They're easy to make, they're delicious, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


zohaib khan
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I made these nachos for a game day party and they were a huge success. Everyone raved about how good they were. I'll definitely be making them again.


Motaleb Hossain
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These nachos were delicious! The potato tots were perfectly crispy and the cheese was melted and gooey. The toppings added a nice flavor combination.


MD Apo
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I've never made nachos with potato tots before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The tots were crispy and the toppings were flavorful. I'll definitely be making these again.


Jamshaid Abbas
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These smothered potato tot nachos were a hit at my party! They were easy to make and everyone loved them.