tater-totchos

if the name of the website didn’t clue you in, I love Mexican food. here’s another way to enjoy Taco Tuesday that the whole family can enjoy.

crispy tater tots are covered with melty cheese, black beans, and any other taco toppings you enjoy. shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and guac are a family favorite here.

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tater-totchos

Yield: 6

Author: rachel

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 24 MinTotal time: 29 Min

make your nachos healthier and more filling by using oven baked tater tots instead of tortilla chips!

Ingredients

• 1 bag (32oz) frozen tater tots
• 1 can black beans (we like the Cuban spiced ones!)
• 1lb ground turkey or beef (can omit or substitute "meat" crumbls to make vegetarian)
• small can (2.2oz) sliced olives
• shredded cheese, 2-3 cups (Mexican or sharp cheddar)
• Diced tomatoes
• Sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
• Salsa
• Diced avocado or guacomole

Instructions

1. heat oven to 400F
2. spray rimmed cookie sheet with Pam (or line with parchment paper)
3. arrange tater tots in a single layer and bake for about 15 minutes, flipping halfway through
4. once they are crispy, add shredded cheese, black beans, olives, and any other toppings you want cooked
5. once cheese is melted and toppings are warmed, remove from oven with oven mitts*, plate, and serve with desired toppings

Notes

*if I have to tell you to use oven mitts to take something out of the hot oven, we have bigger problems than you potentially burning your hands.