Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsTerry's Bar & GrillTots Basket Recipe

Tots Basket Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Make Tots Basket Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Tater Tots

Method

Preparing the Tater Tots

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). This ensures that the tater tots will cook evenly and become crispy.

  2. 2

    Prepare Baking Sheet

    Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with vegetable oil to prevent the tater tots from sticking.

  3. 3

    Arrange Tater Tots

    Spread the frozen tater tots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the vegetable oil over the tots and sprinkle with salt.

  4. 4

    Bake

    Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Flip the tater tots halfway through for even cooking.

Assembling the Tots Basket

  1. 5

    Remove from Oven

    Once the tater tots are crispy and golden, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a couple of minutes.

  2. 6

    Add Toppings

    In a large serving basket or bowl, layer the crispy tater tots. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the hot tots so that it melts slightly.

  3. 7

    Layer Toppings

    Top with crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, and sliced jalapeños according to your preference.

  4. 8

    Serve with Sour Cream

    Serve the tots basket warm with a side of sour cream for dipping. Enjoy your deliciously topped tater tots!

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