Best 5 Tater Tarts Recipes

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Tater tarts are a delectable and versatile dish that seamlessly blends the comforting flavors of mashed potatoes with the flaky goodness of pie crust. Originating from the heart of American home cooking, these tarts have become a staple in many kitchens, offering a delightful combination of textures and flavors that appeal to a wide range of palates.

This article presents a collection of mouthwatering tater tart recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the traditional crowd-pleaser to more adventurous flavor combinations, these recipes cater to various preferences and skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned cook looking to expand your culinary repertoire or a beginner seeking an impressive dish to wow your guests, you're sure to find a recipe that suits your needs.

The recipes included in this article encompass a diverse range of culinary delights. For those who prefer a classic approach, the "Classic Tater Tarts" recipe provides a straightforward guide to creating these timeless treats. If you're seeking a more elevated experience, the "Loaded Tater Tarts" recipe incorporates a medley of flavorful ingredients such as bacon, cheese, and sour cream, resulting in a tantalizing combination that is sure to impress.

For those with dietary restrictions or preferences, the "Vegan Tater Tarts" recipe offers a plant-based alternative that is equally delicious and satisfying. And if you're looking for a fun and interactive dish to engage the whole family, the "Tater Tot Tarts" recipe transforms this classic comfort food into bite-sized appetizers that are perfect for parties or gatherings.

With detailed instructions and helpful tips, these recipes empower you to create these delectable tarts with confidence. Whether you're preparing them for a special occasion or simply seeking a comforting meal, these tater tart recipes promise to deliver an unforgettable culinary experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TATER TOTS® CASSEROLE



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My family loves this casserole. It is easy to prepare and makes enough for two meals. Serve with a crisp salad and fresh pineapple for a complete meal your family will love!

Provided by Kristy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Vegetable     Tater Tots¨

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

cooking spray
1 (32 ounce) package frozen bite-size potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®), divided
1 pound ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons Montreal-style steak seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
½ cup milk
½ cup grated Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup grated Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare a 13x9-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Spread 20 potato nuggets in the casserole dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven until warmed through, about 10 minutes.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef and onion in the hot skillet until beef is completely browned, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Season beef mixture with 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, steak seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  • Stir cream of mushroom soup, milk, 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce together in a bowl.
  • Smash the warmed potato nuggets in the casserole dish to cover the bottom completely. Spread ground beef mixture over the mashed potato nuggets. Pour soup mixture evenly over the beef layer. Top with remaining potato nuggets and sprinkle 1 cup Cheddar cheese evenly over the nuggets.
  • Bake in preheated oven until casserole is bubbly and potatoes golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Cholesterol 60.6 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 1130.9 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

TATER TOT BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 9h25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

One 16-ounce bag frozen Tater Tots®
Butter, for the baking dish
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound spicy bulk breakfast sausage
1 medium onion, very finely diced
1 cup milk
1/2 cup half-and-half
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
4 large eggs
1 red bell pepper, very finely diced
1 green bell pepper, very finely diced
2 cups grated Cheddar cheese
1 cup grated pepper jack cheese
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Line up the tater tots in a buttered 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  • Add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and onion and cook, breaking the sausage up with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly, then sprinkle it over the tater tots.
  • In a large bowl, mix the milk, half-and-half, seasoned salt, cayenne, eggs, bell peppers, half of both cheeses and some salt and pepper. Pour over the tots and sausage mixture, then top with the rest of the cheese. Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Bake, covered, for about 25 minutes. Remove the foil and continue to bake until the cheese is brown and bubbly and the casserole is cooked through, another 20 to 35 minutes. Cut into squares and serve.

HOMEMADE TATER TOTS®



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Never have to buy frozen store bought Tater Tots® anymore. This will be a good, more healthy recipe for kids and adults to remember their childhood favorite. Frozen-friendly! Serve immediately, garnished with parsley. Dip the tots in our famous Divine Kuizine Remoulade sauce.

Provided by Shaysfoodjourney

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 russet potatoes, peeled
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon seasoned pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
2 cups peanut oil

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a pot; add cold water until potatoes are covered by 1 inch. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer until potatoes are softened, about 10 minutes; drain. Cool until easily handled, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Shred potatoes into thin strips with a box grater; drain excess water. Place shredded potato into a large mixing bowl. Stir parsley, flour, salt, seasoned pepper, and onion powder into the potatoes until combined. Shape potato mixture into potato nuggets.
  • Heat peanut oil in a deep-fryer or large stockpot to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place potato nuggets in the fryer, 5 to 10 at a time. Cook until golden brown and crispy, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.9 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1752.4 mg, Sugar 1 g

CARAMELIZED ONION POTATO TART



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large onion, sliced
Extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 large Russet potatoes, washed
2 to 3 tablespoons butter, broken into small pieces
Special equipment: parchment paper cut into large circle to fit saute pan

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Set a large skillet over medium heat and add 4 tablespoons of olive oil. Add sliced onions and cook over medium heat for 10 to 12 minutes until they are tender and brown all over.
  • Using a mandolin (or sharp knife), finely slice the potatoes into rounds (you can place them in a bowl with a wet towel over the top to stop them from going brown while you work). Place the potatoes into a bowl and season with salt and pepper. When ready, add the onions and toss to combine without breaking potatoes.
  • Add about 1 tablespoon water to the same pan the onions were cooked in and allow it to come to a bubble. Using layered paper towels, wipe the pan clean.
  • Add some extra-virgin olive oil to the pan and add the potatoes to the pan, making sure the potatoes are flat. Top with the diced butter.
  • Take a piece of parchment paper and fold in half. Find the middle of the parchment along the crease and hold in place with your finger. Taking the right side of the parchment, pull it towards the center and fold it straight down to create a diagonal edge. Fold the parchment in half to create a triangle. Place the pointed edge in the middle of the saute pan on top of the potatoes to find its radius. Make a marker of where the pan edge ends (or starts). At this point you can cut the parchment at this marker and open to reveal a circle.
  • Cover the potatoes with the parchment paper and press down. Drizzle some extra-virgin olive oil over the top so it down burn and rub it in.
  • Place the pan into the oven on the top rack and bake for about 45 minutes.
  • When done remove from oven and run a knife around the edge to separate from the pan. Place a large plate on top of the saute pan and flip. Remove the saute pan. Allow to cool slightly before cutting into slices.

SAVORY POTATO TART



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We all love a rich, creamy French potato gratin, but for a special occasion, or just for fun, make this version, which is encased in buttery flaky pastry so the gratin becomes a savory tart. Serve a small slice alongside roasted meats, or a larger portion for a vegetarian lunch, accompanied by a green salad. If you want to make it a few hours ahead, or even a day before, it reheats beautifully.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, lunch, pies and tarts, appetizer, main course, side dish

Time 3h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups/250 grams all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 pound (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter cut in 1/2-inch chunks
1/2 cup ice water
2 pounds medium yellow-fleshed potatoes, such as Yukon Gold, peeled
1 1/4 cups crème fraîche
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Pinch of grated nutmeg
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon cream or crème fraîche

Steps:

  • Put flour and salt in a mixing bowl (or use a food processor or a stand mixer with paddle attachment). Add half the butter and mix well, until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add remaining butter chunks and the water and mix until dough comes together. Remove dough, divide into two equal pieces and dust with flour. Quickly form each piece into a ball, then press down to make two 1-inch-thick disks. Wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour. (May be made a day in advance or frozen for up to 2 weeks.)
  • Slice potatoes as thinly as possible, using a sharp knife, mandolin or food processor. Put potato slices in a large bowl and add crème fraîche, salt, pepper, nutmeg, garlic and thyme. Mix well with hands, making sure all slices are coated and seasoning is well distributed. Set aside.
  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. On a well-floured surface, roll out each pastry disk to 12 1/2 inches in diameter. Line an 11-inch fluted French tart pan (with removable bottom) with one sheet of pastry, pressing in at the sides and leaving a 1-inch overlap hanging.
  • Add the potatoes to the tart pan in even layers, making sure to scrape in all remaining crème fraîche with a rubber spatula. Lay the second pastry sheet on top. With a paring knife, trim excess dough and crimp the edges all around to seal. Make a few slits in the dough to allow steam to escape. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and set tart on it. Stir egg yolk and cream together and paint the top of the tart generously.
  • Bake for 10 minutes at 425 degrees, then reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake for 1 hour more, until top is golden and potatoes are tender when probed with a paring knife. Cool slightly, then set tart pan over a small, sturdy bowl, so that the bottom of the tart pan is elevated and the fluted ring comes off. Carefully transfer tart to a plate. Serve small slices, hot or at room temperature. May be cooled completely and reheated if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 386, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 423 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 1 gram

Tips:

  • For a flaky crust, use a combination of butter and shortening. The butter will add flavor, while the shortening will help to keep the crust tender.
  • Be sure to chill the dough before rolling it out. This will help to prevent the crust from shrinking in the oven.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into even squares. This will help to ensure that the tarts cook evenly.
  • Fill the tarts with your favorite fillings. Some popular options include mashed potatoes, ground beef, and vegetables.
  • Bake the tarts at a high temperature until the crust is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Tater tarts are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With a variety of fillings to choose from, there's a tater tart for everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give tater tarts a try!

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