Description
Crispy tater tots topped with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and fresh toppings for a delightful appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound frozen tater tots
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend)
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
- ¼ cup diced tomatoes
- Optional: jalapeño slices, avocado, or cilantro for topping
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional spices: garlic powder, paprika, or chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on a baking sheet and cook according to package instructions until golden brown and crispy, 20-25 minutes.
- While the tater tots are baking, heat a skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef, cooking until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and any additional spices. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Once the beef is browned, lower the heat and mix in any desired seasonings.
- Remove the tater tots from the oven and layer the cooked ground beef evenly over them. Sprinkle the shredded cheese generously on top.
- Place the baking sheet back in the oven and broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
- Remove from the oven and top with sour cream, green onions, and diced tomatoes. Add any additional toppings you desire before serving.
Notes
For best flavor, consider seasoning the beef with onion powder or Worcestershire sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: loaded tater tots, snack, appetizers, beef tater tots, game day food