Tex-Mex Beef Totchos

Nachos made with tater tots, aka "Totchos". Split the Tex-Mex beef mixture across the two batches of tots because you will want another round at half-time.

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PREP: 10 min. ACTIVE: 20 min. PASSIVE: 5 min. DIFFICULTY Easy

35 minutes serves

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Ingredients:

2 bags frozen tater tots (Split the beef mixture - one for pre-game, one for half time!)
1 lb. Pre 92% Lean Ground Beef
2 Tbsp neutral cooking oil
1 small onion, chopped
Salt and pepper
1 Tbsp cumin
1 Tbsp chili powder
1 Tbsp smoked paprika
1 Tbsp oregano
1 8oz can tomato sauce
1-3 Tbsp white vinegar or lime juice
Hot Sauce (optional)
Shredded Cheddar Cheese (or cheese of your choice)

Garnish:

Pickled jalapeno
Sour cream
Green onion, thinly sliced
Green pepper, diced
Tomatoes, diced
Cilantro, coarsely chopped
Lime wedges

Cook tots according to package directions.
While tots bake: Heat oil over medium-high heat, add beef and onion. Cook until beef is well browned and onion is translucent.
Add spices and stir to toast. This will take approximately 2 minutes.
Add tomato sauce and simmer on low for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add salt, hot sauce, and vinegar to taste.
When ready to serve:
Preheat broiler.
Pile one bag of (cooked) tots into a cast iron skillet (or any oven-proof baking dish) and spoon half the beef mixture on top.
Cover with shredded cheese.
Broil 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted and slightly golden brown.
Remove, top with your choice of garnish, and serve immediately.