Totchos Libre

Recipe View 2 mins Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Arrange potato nuggets in a single layer on a baking sheet. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 24 mins Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and crispy, about 22-24 minutes. (24 minutes)

Recipe View 7 mins While the tots are baking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain off any excess grease. (7 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Stir in water and taco seasoning mix. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook until the liquid has reduced and the sauce has thickened slightly, about 5 minutes. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Once the tots are cooked, transfer them to an oven-safe platter or baking dish. Spread the seasoned ground beef evenly over the tots. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Sprinkle generously with Mexican cheese blend and pepper jack cheese. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Set the oven rack about 6 inches from the broiler and preheat the broiler. Broil the totchos until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 1-3 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream and lime juice. (1 minute)

Recipe View Remove the totchos from the oven and immediately top with chopped tomatoes, black olives, jalapenos, diced avocado, a drizzle of the sour cream mixture, chopped scallions, and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately and prepare for rave reviews!