Tator Pigs Recipe

Preparation Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Tater Tots

   Preheat your oven according to the tater tots package instructions. Bake the tater tots for about half the time indicated on the package until they are slightly crispy.

2. 2

   Cook the Bacon

   While the tater tots are baking, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the skillet, let cool, and then chop into small pieces.

3. 3

   Mix Cheese Filling

   In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, chopped bacon, and finely diced jalapeño. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. 4

   Stuff the Tater Tots

   Once the tater tots are slightly baked, remove them from the oven. Use a small spoon to create a pocket in each tater tot and fill it with the cheese and bacon mixture.

5. 5

   Final Bake

   Return the stuffed tater tots to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tater tots are golden brown.

6. 6

   Prepare Jalapeño Ranch

   In a small bowl, mix the ranch dressing with chopped green onions and additional diced jalapeño to taste. Adjust seasoning as desired.

7. 7

   Serve

   Remove the tater pigs from the oven and serve hot with the jalapeño ranch on the side for dipping.