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Tots Rail Recipe

Crispy tater tots topped with cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and fresh garnishes for a fun and customizable appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 32 ounces frozen tater tots
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup cooked bacon bits
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup green onions chopped
  • 1/4 cup jalapeños sliced (optional)

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Oven
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Spread the frozen tater tots in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
  3. While the tots are baking, chop the green onions and slice the jalapeños.
  4. Remove the tater tots from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits evenly over the top.
  5. Return the baking sheet to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
  6. Transfer the cheesy tots to a serving platter and layer them with sour cream, green onions, and jalapeños.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy.

Notes

Feel free to let guests customize their own toppings for a fun twist!