Totchos Loaded Tater Nachos (Printer-Friendly)
Crispy tots topped with beef, cheese, and bold extras—perfect for casual meals or parties.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 bag frozen tater tots
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1 pound ground beef
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2 tablespoons taco seasoning
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1/4 cup water
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1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
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1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup pico de gallo or diced tomatoes
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1/4 cup diced red onion
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1/4 cup sliced black olives
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1/4 cup pickled jalapenos
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1/3 cup sour cream
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1/3 cup guacamole
# Steps to Prepare:
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Preheat the oven to 425°F. Spread the frozen tater tots in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and crispy.
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While the tots bake, cook ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it apart until browned. Drain grease. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until absorbed.
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Evenly spread the cooked beef over the baked tater tots. Top with black beans and shredded cheddar cheese.
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Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 5 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Remove from oven and top with pico de gallo, red onion, black olives, and jalapenos. Add sour cream and guacamole in dollops.
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Serve immediately while hot and enjoy with your favorite garnishes.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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Drain grease from beef to avoid soggy tots.
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Prepare toppings while tots bake to streamline assembly.
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Use a mix of cheeses for more flavor complexity.
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Substitute plant-based meat and cheese for a vegetarian version.
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Display on a platter or cast iron for visual appeal.