Game Day Loaded Tater Tot Nachos

Crispy baked tater tots layered with melted cheddar, bacon, jalapeño, and sour cream make an easy hot appetizer for game day in about 35 minutes.

Prep: 10 min · Cook: 25 min · Yield: 6 · Method: Oven

Ingredients

• 1 lb frozen tater tots
• 1 cup cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup cooked bacon
• 1 jalapeño
• 0.333 cup sour cream
• 2 scallions

Cooking instructions

1. Heat the oven to 425°F. Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet. — 425°F
2. Bake the tots for 20 to 25 minutes, turning them halfway through, until deeply golden and crisp. (about 25 min) — 425°F
3. Sprinkle the cheddar, bacon, and sliced jalapeño evenly over the crisp tots. (about 2 min) — 425°F
4. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 3 to 5 minutes, until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling. (about 5 min) — 425°F
5. Dollop the sour cream over the nachos and scatter with sliced scallions, if using. Serve hot. (about 1 min)