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Loaded Baked Potato Totchos {plus a Target Gift Card Giveaway}

By Chris Cockren 33 Comments

This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and All You Magazine, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #lifeforless http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV.

Loaded Baked Potato Tater Tot Nachos

Tater tots meet nachos in this highly addictive Loaded Baked Potato Totchos appetizer recipe, featuring queso, chili beans, bacon, and all the fixings.    

I love nachos.  In fact, I just had them.  Well, not actually at the time you’re reading this, because it’s like 9am.  And as much as I would absolutely love to have nachos at 9am, somebody (Asheley) wouldn’t really be happy with me.

My love for anything and everything resembling Mexican or Tex-Mex food is no secret.  Heck, Cinco de Mayo is my favorite non-major holiday of the year. Seriously, I’m pumped for that first weekend in May.  Party at my house.

I’ve yet to meet someone that doesn’t like nachos.  And if I ever do, I’ll have to seriously ask myself, can this person really be trusted??  Doubtful.

So I saw this mind-blowing, life-changing creation not too long ago somewhere on the interwebs that involved turning tater tots into nachos (side note: I want to meet the person who dreamt up this idea and give them a gigantic high five).  And then I was looking through the April issue of All You magazine and saw a recipe for Chili-Cheese Baked Potatoes.  My weekend destiny was clear.  Make Totchos.

Loaded Baked Potato Tater Tot Nachos

So what’s the big deal with these Totchos.  Think about it.  It’s like tater tots meets loaded baked poato meets nachos.  Pretty much the ultimate snack food.

Eat ’em while watching some sort of sporting event.  I would suggest curling, but you’d make fun of me (except you, David.  I know you’re down with curling).

Eat ’em with friends while playing a mean game of Settlers of Catan.  That game brings out the worst in me.  I get evil.  I love it.

Eat ’em when you’ve had a bad day and just want sit on the couch with your big ole’ batch of Totchos, watching the latest Law & Order: SVU or NCIS marathon on the USA Network… because really, that’s all that they run.

Eat ’em for dinner.  Or lunch.  Our if you’re a real bad donkey, a hardcore breakfast.

Whatever your reason, just eat ’em.  Your taste buds will thank you.

Loaded Baked Potato Tater Tot Nachos

Loaded Baked Potato Tater Tot Nachos

So I was flipping through this month’s issue of All You magazine and came across a recipe for Chili-Cheese Baked Potatoes.  And I’m not going to lie.  Totchos have been seared on my mind a lot lately.  I’ve been wanting to try making them for months now.

This was the perfect opportunity.  I used all the flavors of their Chili-Cheese Baked Potatoes and just did a little tweaking here and there.  Instead of baked potatos… tater tots.  And instead of shredded cheddar… queso.  And add bacon.

Because is bacon ever a bad idea?

Loaded Baked Potato Tater Tot Nachos

I found All You at my local Target.  You should be able to also.  Nationwide. Even you Alaska and Hawaii.  And when you go, make sure to print out this handy dandy coupon (while supplies last).  You’ll get $1 off.  And with that dollar, go get some tater tots.

Or, win this $50 Target gift card and go on a shopping spree.

 

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Loaded Baked Potato Totchos {plus a Target Gift Card Giveaway}


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 to 6 as an appetizer 1x
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Ingredients

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  • 1 (28 ounce) pacakage tater tots or mini tater tots
  • 8 ounces bacon, chopped
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black or pinto beans (or a mix of both), drained and rinsed
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 cup queso (recipe below)
  • 1 bunch scallions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • Sour cream

for the Queso

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Bake tater tots according to package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, cook bacon over medium/medium-low heat until crisp. Transfer bacon to a paper-towel lined plate to drain. Remove all but 1 tablespoon of bacon grease from pan. Add red onion and cook over medium heat until softened and a translucent, about 4 minutes, stirring occasional. Add garlic and chili powder and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Stir in beans and tomatoes and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.
  3. Transfer tater tots to serving dish and top with bean mixture, queso, bacon, scallions, cilantro, and a generous spoonful of sour cream. Devour immediately.

for the Queso

  1. Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium/medium-low heat. Add flour and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes. You want to cook away the raw flour taste, but not let it get too brown.
  2. Add whole milk and stir until the roux (butter-flour mixture) has been completely incorporated. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the milk has thickened slightly (it will probably beging bubbling a bit) and it coats the back of a spoon. Remove pan from heat, add cheeses and season with Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, and stir until fully melted.
  • Cook Time: 30 mins

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Comments

  1. Sandra

    April 14, 2014 at 10:03 am

    Settlers and Totchos…sounds perfect to me!!!

    Reply
    • Chris

      April 14, 2014 at 3:35 pm

      Boom. Now that’s a perfect night in my book.

      Reply
  2. Beth

    April 14, 2014 at 11:27 am

    I am in love with these totchos. While I have never actually had totchos (which needs to change immediately), I’m with you–whoever invented them is my new fave person! These look awesome!

    Reply
    • Chris

      April 14, 2014 at 3:35 pm

      Yes, this does need to change immediately Beth! Make it happen 🙂

      Reply
  3. whatjessicabakednext

    April 14, 2014 at 11:36 am

    The dish looks divine- and I bet it’s packed full of delicious flavours!

    Reply
    • Chris

      April 14, 2014 at 3:34 pm

      Thanks Jessica! It tastes just like a loaded baked potato… but you can eat it with your fingers haha

      Reply
  4. Ashley

    April 14, 2014 at 3:02 pm

    Stop making me hungry!! haha These sound kinda ridiculously good – and with homemade queso? I mean c’mon! Anything mexican I can never ever turn down…

    Reply
    • Chris

      April 14, 2014 at 3:33 pm

      I can’t lie… these were ridiculously good! We were all fighting over the last couple bites, haha.

      Reply
  5. Ellen

    April 14, 2014 at 4:37 pm

    I like the fact that it has a recipe index and coupons. My 2 top magazine ‘must haves’. Thank you, Chris!

    Reply
  6. Christine

    April 14, 2014 at 4:38 pm

    I swear there is nothing I love better than some comfort food, a beer, and cheesy SVU marathon for a lazy Sunday!! these look SO drool-worthy it’s not even real, I can’t wait for all the cinco de mayo goodies you’re going to whip up!!!

    Reply
  7. Ally

    April 14, 2014 at 4:42 pm

    Because the food always looks amazing!

    Reply
  8. Kathy

    April 14, 2014 at 9:03 pm

    All I can say is WOW!!!

    Reply
  9. cori

    April 14, 2014 at 10:03 pm

    I love the food!

    Reply
  10. Cindy

    April 14, 2014 at 11:17 pm

    Hello Totchos…where have you been?! All I know is you need to get in my tummy quick! Haha Seriously, Chris these look amazing!! Fabulous idea. Pinning!!

    Reply
  11. Alyssa

    April 15, 2014 at 1:02 am

    Totchos…holy guilty pleasure! Just hand me that skillet and a fork, flip on SVU, and I’ll be set! I seriously can’t pick out my favorite part of this recipe. Awesome one, Chris! 🙂

    Reply
  12. David

    April 15, 2014 at 7:52 am

    Chris, I have decided we are brothers from another mother. I do love a good curling match…but that’s another story. Settlers? Bring it on! With a batch of these totchos. While Law and Order: SVU runs in the background. Unless that would break your concentration, of course. Crazy awesome job on this post, brother!!

    Reply
  13. Mike

    April 15, 2014 at 7:57 am

    Sooooo, “All of You” mag…
    It doesn’t look like wolf-pack’s literature but if you guarantee it, I’m willing to give it a try.
    It’s just so difficult to flip through the pages when you have huge and powerful paws like myself.
    Most of the time I end up just tearing the magazine apart… 😉

    Anyway, those totchos look great my friend, definitely worth of my wolf bowl!

    Reply
  14. livivua

    April 15, 2014 at 9:58 am

    I like the craft ideas expecially for our 4-H club

    Reply
  15. Tina

    April 15, 2014 at 11:15 am

    I just heard about this Totchos craze. I excitedly told my husband about it and he wasn’t empressed. I thought I knew him. 😉 Maybe if he sees your pics and creation he’ll think again. I’d eat this like it was going out of business! 🙂

    Reply
  16. Consuelo

    April 15, 2014 at 11:22 am

    I’m so in for nachos at 9am to be honest hey! Especially if they look as awesome as these totchos. Ahhh what a flawless combo! xx

    Reply
  17. Laura Dembowski

    April 15, 2014 at 12:56 pm

    I love nachos too! I’ve been wanting to try them with sweet potatoes. Love that you made a queso sauce! I’m pretty sure it would be awesome on just about anything.

    Reply
  18. Chelsea

    April 15, 2014 at 5:03 pm

    This is totally my type of meal! Wish I had some right now! I love the cast iron skillet they are in too – so cool! Pinned 🙂

    Reply
  19. Meghan VanCleave

    April 15, 2014 at 5:31 pm

    The recipes that I have made have never let me or my family down. Thank you so much.

    Reply
  20. Sarah

    April 15, 2014 at 5:46 pm

    Sinful! I’m now imagining you playing Settlers of Catan and slapping someone’s hand “get your own tots!” Anddddd now I want tots.

    I love looking at magazines like All You for the recipes. (It’s the first thing I flip to and rip out:)

    Reply
  21. Cate

    April 15, 2014 at 8:27 pm

    Definitely can’t trust someone who doesn’t like nachos! These look amazing! And I love all the Easter ideas in the latest All You mag!

    Reply
  22. linda romer

    April 15, 2014 at 9:14 pm

    I like all you magazine for the great recipes and money saving tips.

    Reply
  23. Liz

    April 15, 2014 at 9:25 pm

    I was wondering what the heck Totchos were! Duh. As a huge nachos fan, I heartily approve!!!

    Reply
  24. Laura G

    April 16, 2014 at 12:14 am

    I’m totally going to make this for my family! I love all things Mexican, and my kids love nachos, so its sure to be a hit!

    Reply
  25. Karen

    April 16, 2014 at 1:00 am

    Oh my gosh Chris where do you live. I’m going to come find you. My husband needs someone to play Settlers with, bad, and I’m always just busy stuffing my face with food and building elaborate towers with my unused roads. Now every time we play it will be even more torture because I will be wishing the whole time I was eating these freaking TOTCHOS instead. (<– still can't believe you did that.)

    Reply
  26. ela

    April 16, 2014 at 1:19 am

    I’m yet to try totchos! I’d go for the loaded version. 🙂 ela

    Reply
  27. ami

    May 19, 2014 at 2:16 pm

    Chris, these look so good! I love everything fried!!

    Reply
    • Chris

      May 22, 2014 at 7:52 am

      I actually just baked the tater tots. You could definitely fry them though if you want!

      Reply

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    […] my life.   Part tater tots.  Part nachos.  Heck to the yes.   Case in point… these Loaded Baked Potato Totchos.  It was my debut in the world of totchos.  And now, I’m semi-obsessed.   You know when […]

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