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Mac and Cheese Bacon Burger Stuffed Tater Tots

An irresistible fusion of mac and cheese, bacon, and burgers stuffed into crispy tater tots, perfect for game day or a fun family dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 box mac and cheese Use your favorite boxed mac and cheese.
  • 1 lb ground beef You can substitute with turkey or sausage.
  • 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon For a lighter version, skip the bacon.
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Feel free to use different types of cheese.
  • 1/4 cup diced onions Can be substituted with green onions for a milder flavor.
  • 1 package frozen tater tots Make sure they are frozen before assembly.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Cook the mac and cheese according to the package instructions, then set it aside to cool.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and diced onions until the beef is fully cooked and the onions are translucent. Season this mixture with salt and pepper.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked ground beef with the crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and the mac and cheese. Mix until everything is well incorporated.
Assembly and Cooking
  1. Take each frozen tater tot and use your thumb to make a small indent in the center.
  2. Spoon a small amount of the mac and cheese mixture into each tater tot’s indent, then press another tater tot gently on top.
  3. Repeat until all the tater tots and filling are used.
  4. Arrange the stuffed tater tots on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
  6. Serve the Mac and Cheese Bacon Burger Stuffed Tater Tots hot — and watch them vanish!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can freeze the unbaked stuffed tater tots for longer storage. Reheat in the oven for best results.