Tailgate Tots

Buffalo chicken dip and wings are game day must-haves, but if you’re looking for something different to snack on this year, then these tailgate tots are just the thing. Not only do they look (and sound) adorable, but their individual serving portions make them so easy to eat while you’re watching the game. Layered with tater tots, bacon, chopped chives, sour cream, and a homemade cheddar cheese sauce, these mason jars are the ideal Super Bowl snack your guests will never see coming.

Prep Time:20 mins
cookTime:10 mins
Yields:4 – 5 serving(s)

Ingredients

• 1 32-oz. package tater tots
• 8 slices bacon, chopped
• 1/4 cup freshly chopped chives
• 1 container sour cream
• 2 Tbsp. butter
• 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 2/3 cups sharp cheddar
• 1/4 tsp. chili powder

Directions

Step 1

Heat grill to medium.

Step 2

Spray two disposable pie plates with cooking spray and spread tater tots in a single layer in each. Grill for about 20 minutes, stirring regularly. Set aside.

Step 3

Meanwhile, fry the bacon in a sauté pan over medium heat, then place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.

Step 4

Make the cheese sauce: In a deep-walled sauté pan over medium heat, melt butter. Sprinkle in flour, whisking to combine to create a slurry. Gradually pour in milk, whisking the entire time, to form a thin sauce. Gradually stir in cheddar and chili powder, mixing until everything has combined. Remove sauce from heat.

Step 5

Layer tater tots into small bowls or wide-mouthed mason jars. Top with cheese sauce, bacon, sour cream, and chives. Repeat layers until you’ve reached the top of the containers.