Ingredients
– 2 cups frozen tater tots
– 1 pound ground beef
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ¼ cup chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
– Cooking spray or oil
Instructions
Making Irresistible Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Garlic Tots is a delightful process. Follow these steps to create this mouthwatering dish:
1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it is hot enough for baking.
2. Cook the Ground Beef: In a pan over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook until no longer pink, then drain excess fat.
3. Add Cheese and Bacon: Sprinkle the cooked beef with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon. Mix well until the cheese melts and combines evenly.
4. Prepare the Tater Tots: Take the frozen tater tots and bake according to package instructions, usually around 15-20 minutes, until they are crispy and golden.
5. Stuff the Tots: Once cooked, remove the tots from the oven and allow them to cool just slightly. Using a small spoon or your fingers, create a pocket in each tot by gently pushing down the center – be careful not to break them!
6. Fill the Tots: Fill each tot with the cheeseburger mixture, ensuring you don’t overstuff them to avoid spills.
7. Reshape and Bake Again: Shape the stuffed tots back into their original form if needed and return them to the baking sheet.
8. Bake Again: Return the stuffed tots to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until heated through and the tops are golden brown.
9. Add Garlic Butter: For a final touch, melt some butter with minced garlic, brush it over the freshly baked tots, and sprinkle extra garlic powder on top.
10. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Sprinkle with chopped green onions if desired.
These steps will guide you in creating these incredible Irresistible Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Garlic Tots effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 20g