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Jalapeño Popper Tater Tot Casserole
Get ready to indulge your taste buds with a cheesy, spicy, and utterly delicious Jalapeño Popper Tater Tot Casserole that brings comfort food to a whole new level!
Ingredients
- 1 package (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup cooked bacon, chopped
- 1/2 cup pickled jalapeños, chopped
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, cooked bacon, and chopped jalapeños.
In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spread half of the frozen tater tots evenly on the bottom.
Spread the cream cheese mixture over the tater tots, then top with the remaining tater tots.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before garnishing with chopped green onions.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Kitchen Tools
- Large mixing bowl
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can assemble it a day in advance and bake it when you're ready to serve.
Absolutely! Just slice them thinly and adjust the amount based on how spicy you want it.
Yes! Simply omit the bacon and use veggie cheese and sour cream.
It's great on its own, but you can pair it with a salad or some dips like guacamole.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.