Cheesy Tex Mex Tater Tot Recipe
Our poutine of the week has tater tots, cheese curds, and gravy layered with house queso and pico topped with spicy beef in buffalo sauce, shredded romaine, guacamole chipotle crema and Tajin. Get it while ya can! Available this week (May 13th - May 19th) at all locations and on leostogo.ca
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Queso and Gravy
Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook Tater Tots
Bake or fry tater tots according to package instructions until golden and crispy. Set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Ground Beef
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat, then stir in taco seasoning. Add a splash of water if needed to combine. Remove from heat.
- 3
Make the Queso
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and beef broth, cooking until thickened. Stir in cream cheese and cheddar until melted and smooth.
- 4
Prepare the Gravy
In another saucepan, heat beef broth and add taco seasoning. Stir until combined and heated through.
Assembly
- 5
Layer the Ingredients
In a large serving dish or individual bowls, layer the crispy tater tots, followed by cheese curds, and then pour the queso over the top.
- 6
Add Toppings
Top with the seasoned ground beef, pico de gallo, shredded romaine, guacamole, and drizzle with chipotle crema and buffalo sauce.
- 7
Finish and Serve
Sprinkle Tajín seasoning over the top to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy your Cheesy Tex Mex Tater Tot!
