These are fantastic when serving a crowd. Whenever we have people over for game day’s or birthday parties, this is my go-to starter. As soon as I pull them out of the oven, everyone flocks to the serving tray. I have found that it might take an extra batch or two for really large crowds. For the smaller groups we have over, it’s the perfect thing to serve to tie people over until the main course is ready. Who doesn’t love tater tots and bacon?!! They are always a crowd favorite! Check out what they are saying about this recipe over at The Cutting Edge Of Ordinary:
“These were such a hit. I couldn’t get them out of the oven fast enough.”
Be prepared for your family hovering in the kitchen waiting for these to come out…think of it as quality time!
Ingredients
Approximately 50 – 55 Ore-Ida tater tots (thawed to room temperature)
1-16-ounce package Hormel Bacon (strips cut in 4 pieces)
2/3 cup Brown Sugar
2 tablespoons Chili Powder
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a cookie sheet with foil and place a cooling rack on top of the pan. This will allow the bacon to crisp on all sides.
Cut each bacon strip into 4 pieces. I found using kitchen shears worked best for this. Cut the bacon in half and then cut each half in half again.
Wrap each thawed tater tot in bacon and then roll it in the brown sugar mixture. Place on top of the cookie rack.
Bake about 10 to 15 minutes at 375, then increase the oven to 400 and let them cook another 5 minutes. Check to see if they are crisping up. You may need to leave them in 5 minutes longer. Check frequently at this point so they don’t burn. Serve warm.
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Quick Tip: Sprinkle your favorite shredded cheese over top in the last five minutes of cooking.
Thanks again to The Cutting Edge Of Ordinary for this fun and tasty recipe.