Tater Kegs Recipe
Eight giant tater tots filled with cheese and bacon served with queso.
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Ingredients
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Tater Kegs
Queso Dip
Method
Tater Kegs Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Shape the Tater Kegs
Take a frozen tater tot and using your fingers, press it down to flatten slightly. Place about 1 tablespoon of the cheese and bacon mixture in the center and mold the tater tot around the filling, reshaping it into a ball. Repeat with remaining tater tots.
- 3
Fry the Tater Kegs
Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully add the filled tater kegs in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for about 4-6 minutes or until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Queso Dip Preparation
- 4
- 5
Serve
Transfer the queso dip to a serving bowl and serve warm alongside the crispy tater kegs.
