Sloppy Joe Tater Tot (Printable Recipe)
Savory beef, tangy sauce, cheese, and crispy tater tots baked together for a cozy, one-pan family dinner.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
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1 medium onion, chopped
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp ground black pepper
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp paprika
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1 tbsp minced garlic
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1–2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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8 oz tomato sauce
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1/4 cup ketchup
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1 tbsp yellow mustard
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2 tbsp barbecue sauce
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1 1/2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
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30 oz frozen tater tots or crispy crowns
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Dried parsley, for garnish
# Steps to Follow:
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Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and chopped onion. Cook for about 8 minutes, breaking beef into crumbles until browned.
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Add salt, pepper, onion powder, and paprika. Stir and cook for 2 minutes to allow the spices to bloom.
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Stir in garlic, Worcestershire sauce, tomato sauce, ketchup, mustard, and barbecue sauce. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 3 minutes until combined.
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Remove from heat. Sprinkle Colby Jack cheese evenly over the beef mixture.
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Arrange frozen tater tots in rows over the cheese. Bake in a preheated 400°F oven for 25 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
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Remove from oven, rest for 2 minutes, and garnish with dried parsley before serving hot.
# Extra Tips:
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For extra crispiness, bake tater tots directly from frozen without thawing.
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Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melt and texture.
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Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.