Loaded Tater Tot Nachos

Here’s a delicious Loaded Tater Tot Nachos recipe for you!

Loaded Tater Tot Nachos

Ingredients:

• 1 bag (about 32 oz) frozen tater tots

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 packet taco seasoning

• 1/2 cup water

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend cheese)

• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (or salsa)

• 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)

• 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)

• 2 green onions, sliced

• 1/2 cup sour cream

• 1/2 cup guacamole or sliced avocado

• Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Tater Tots:
   Preheat your oven according to package directions. Spread the frozen tater tots evenly on a baking sheet and bake until crispy and golden, about 20-25 minutes.

2. Cook the Beef:
   While the tots bake, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula. Drain excess fat. Stir in taco seasoning and water, simmer until thickened (about 3-5 minutes). Remove from heat.

3. Assemble Nachos:
   Once tater tots are crispy, spread them on a large oven-safe platter or sheet pan. Sprinkle the cooked taco beef evenly over the tots. Add black beans, tomatoes or salsa, jalapeños, and black olives.

4. Add Cheese:
   Sprinkle shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.

5. Melt Cheese:
   Place the loaded tots under the broiler for 3-5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Watch closely to avoid burning.

6. Top and Serve:
   Remove from oven and garnish with green onions, dollops of sour cream and guacamole or avocado slices. Sprinkle fresh cilantro if desired.

Tips:

• You can swap ground beef with ground turkey or even shredded chicken.

• For extra spice, add hot sauce or more jalapeños.

• Great for game day, parties, or a fun family dinner!