Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Skillet (Printable Version)
Crisp tater tots, cheesy layers, and beef with a tangy twist—great to whip up fast or share with friends.
# Ingredients Required:
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1 medium yellow onion, chopped
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1/4 cup BBQ sauce
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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1 tablespoon yellow mustard
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1/2 cup ketchup
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1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
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1 (28 ounce) bag frozen tater tots
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
# Guide to Cooking:
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Scoot your skillet under the broiler for about 1 or 2 minutes. Watch it so the cheese gets bubbly and melted but doesn't burn. Pull it out quick if it browns up fast.
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Sprinkle that shredded cheddar all over the top of the tater tots. Get it nice and covered.
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Take your crispy tots and lay them gently across the sloppy joe stuff. Press them into the sauce so they soak up flavor.
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Pour in ketchup, tomato sauce, BBQ sauce, mustard, and Worcestershire. Mix everything up. Let it bubble gently on low heat for around 5 minutes so it thickens.
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Toss in garlic, paprika, onion powder, some salt, and black pepper. Stir for a minute till you really smell it.
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Drizzle olive oil in a big oven-safe pan on medium. Add the ground beef and onions. Cook about 8 minutes, stirring, till the meat gets nicely browned and the onions are soft.
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Start by following the directions on the tater tot bag. Spread tots out on a baking tray and cook till they're golden and crispy.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Go for extra crispy tots if you want a crunchier bite.
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Sharp cheddar tastes strong and bold, but switch to pepper jack if you like it spicy.
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Ground chicken or turkey works well if you want to skip the beef.
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Lay your tots close together on top so you won't end up with mushy parts.
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Add a little chipotle powder if you feel like a smoky twist.