Loaded Tater Tots

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Spread potato nuggets in a single layer on a baking sheet.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden, 20 to 25 minutes.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': '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.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': '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.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': '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.'}

7. 7

   {'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Bake in the preheated oven just until cheese melts, about 7 minutes. Garnish with green onions and sour cream to serve.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (12 servings total)