How to Make Loaded Tater Tots - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of comfort food and appetizers, then you're going to love this recipe for loaded tater tots. This delicious dish takes the classic tater tot and elevates it to a whole new level with a combination of savory toppings and gooey melted cheese. Whether you serve these loaded tater tots as a fun appetizer at a party or as a side dish for a meal, they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

What makes loaded tater tots so irresistible is the combination of crispy ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (32 ounce) package frozen bite-size potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots)
  • 4 slices bacon
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream (Optional)
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch nutmeg
  • 1 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream, or to taste (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 (9x13-inch) casserole

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Spread potato nuggets in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook bacon in the hot skillet, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon on a paper towel-lined plate, then chop coarsely and set aside.
  • Make sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir shallot in hot butter until fragrant. Stir in flour and cook until light golden, about 2 minutes. Whisk in milk and 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 potato nuggets to a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle bacon on top. Pour cheese sauce over nuggets. Cover with remaining 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven just until cheese melts, about 7 minutes. Garnish with green onions and sour cream to serve.
  • Nutrition

    257 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 28mg
    • Sodium: 489mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 148mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 305mg