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Loaded Tater Tot Nachos with Queso

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Crispy tater tots layered with gooey queso cheese and piled high with savory toppings, perfect for parties and casual get-togethers.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound frozen tater tots
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon or plant-based bacon alternative
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained (optional)
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
  • 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat. Spread frozen tater tots in a single layer without crowding. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through.
  2. While tots bake, melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for about 1 minute until smooth and nutty-smelling.
  3. Gradually whisk in milk, cooking for 3-4 minutes until thickened to a gravy-like consistency.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper until smooth and melted.
  5. Remove crispy tots from oven and transfer to serving dish or keep on baking sheet. Pour warm queso sauce evenly over tots.
  6. Sprinkle toppings evenly: bacon, black beans, diced tomatoes, jalapeños, and green onions.
  7. Return loaded nachos to oven at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes to warm toppings and meld flavors.
  8. Remove from oven and top with dollops of sour cream or Greek yogurt and fresh cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding tots to keep them crispy. Whisk milk in slowly to prevent lumps in queso. Warm tots before adding queso for best melt. Reheat leftovers in oven to maintain crispiness. Use gluten-free flour or cornstarch for gluten-free version. Substitute dairy-free cheese and milk for dairy-free version.

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