BBQ Tater Tot Bake

• 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup crushed cornflakes or potato chips

Steps

1. 1 Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. 2 In a skillet, cook ground beef with onion, bell pepper, and garlic until browned; drain fat.
3. 3 Stir in BBQ sauce and spices; simmer for 5 minutes.
4. 4 Spread half the tater tots in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
5. 5 Top with beef mixture, then remaining tater tots.
6. 6 Sprinkle crushed cornflakes or potato chips over the top.
7. 7 Bake for 25 minutes, then sprinkle with cheese and bake another 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
8. 8 Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Tips

• For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with plant-based crumbles.
• This bake can be assembled ahead and refrigerated before baking.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven until hot.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with a fresh green salad for balance.
• Pair with creamy coleslaw for a classic combo.

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