A 4-ingredient recipe combining seasoned beef, cheddar cheese, and barbecue sauce stuffed between crispy tater tots. These bites are versatile, serving as an appetizer, snack, or main course, and are easy to make for busy days or parties.
Cook time20 to 25 minutes
Equipment
- skillet
- large baking sheet
- parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef (lean)
- 32 oz. bag frozen tater tots
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup bar-b-q sauce
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it into small crumbles as it cooks.
- Pour off any excess fat.
- Add the barbecue sauce to the cooked beef and mix until it is well coated.
- Spread half the frozen tater tots across the baking sheet, spaced apart slightly.
- Spoon beef mixture over each tater tot and top with a pinch of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Add another tater tot on top and press down slightly to help hold everything in place.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes, or until tater tots are golden and crisp and cheese is melted.
- Let stand a few minutes to cool before serving.
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Notes
Don't load up each bite too much with beef; a small spoonful holds it together better. Sharp cheddar is recommended for more flavor. To keep warm for a party, place on a baking tray in a low oven. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days and reheated in the oven or air fryer to restore crispiness.
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