Description
These Mexican Totchos are a fun and flavorful twist on traditional nachos. Crispy tater tots are topped with seasoned ground beef and melted cheese for a delicious and satisfying snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2-pound bag tater tots, cooked
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Broiler and Brown Beef: Set your oven to broil on high. Combine the ground beef, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and red pepper flakes in a large pan over medium-high heat. Use a spatula to break up the ground beef as it cooks. Cook for about 7 to 10 minutes until it is cooked through and no longer pink. Drain the excess grease from the pan.
- Assemble and Broil: Spread your tater tots on a 9×13-inch baking sheet and top them with the ground beef and cheese. Broil your Totchos for 5 minutes or until the cheese is completely melted.
- Serve: Serve immediately with your favorite toppings, and enjoy!
Notes
- Tater Tots: You can cook the tater tots according to the package directions, or use leftover tater tots.
- Seasoning: In addition to garlic powder and cumin, you can also season your ground beef with taco seasoning.
- Cheese: You can use any type of cheese you like, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican blend.
- Toppings: Some popular toppings for Mexican Totchos include sour cream, guacamole, salsa, jalapeños, and green onions.
- Storage: Leftover Totchos can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 600kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
