1. Preheat the Oven
Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) or follow the temperature suggested on your tater tot package. Preheating ensures even cooking and a perfectly crispy exterior.
2. Cook the Beef Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook your beef bacon strips until they’re crisp. Remove from the pan and let them cool slightly, then crumble them into small bits. You want bite-sized pieces that will easily fit inside each tater tot.
3. Prepare the Filling
In a medium bowl, combine the crumbled beef bacon, shredded cheese, chopped green onions, and flour. The flour acts as a light binder, keeping the mixture together as it melts. Mix everything thoroughly until evenly distributed.
4. Slice the Tater Tots
Take each frozen tater tot and carefully cut a small slit down the center with a sharp knife. Be gentle — you don’t want to cut all the way through. The slit should create a pocket that’s just large enough to hold your filling.
5. Stuff the Tater Tots
Spoon a small amount of the beef-bacon-cheese mixture into each slit. Press gently to pack it in without overfilling. Overstuffed tots can burst during cooking, so a little goes a long way.
6. Bake or Fry
To Bake:
Place the stuffed tater tots on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Lightly spray or brush them with oil. Bake for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crisp on all sides.
To Fry:
Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry the stuffed tots in small batches for 2–3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
7. Serve and Enjoy
Serve the hot stuffed tater tots immediately with your favorite dipping sauces — ranch, spicy mayo, ketchup, or BBQ sauce all work beautifully.
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