Prepare the Chili: In a large skillet, brown the Ground Beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
Add the Yellow Onion and Garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the Diced Tomatoes, Kidney Beans, Chili Powder, Cumin, Paprika, Cayenne Pepper (if using), Salt, and Black Pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Prepare the Cheese Sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt the Butter over medium heat. Whisk in the All-Purpose Flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, creating a roux.
Gradually whisk in the Milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, and cook until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in the Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Garlic Powder, and Salt until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Cook the Tots: Bake the Frozen Tater Tots according to package directions.
Assemble: Place the cooked Tater Tots on a serving platter. Top with the Chili, then generously drizzle with the Cheese Sauce. Serve immediately.
Ingredients
4
32N/AFrozen Tater Tots
1 lb450 gGround Beef
1/2120 mLYellow Onion-diced
2 clovesN/AGarlic-minced
1 can (15 oz)425 gDiced Tomatoes-undrained
1 can (15 oz)425 gKidney Beans-drained and rinsed
1 tbsp15 mLChili Powder
1 tsp5 mLCumin
1/2 tsp2.5 mLPaprika
1/4 tsp1.25 mLCayenne Pepper (optional)
1/2 tsp2.5 mLSalt
1/4 tsp1.25 mLBlack Pepper
2 tbsp30 mLButter
2 tbsp30 mLAll-Purpose Flour
2 cups480 mLMilk
1 cup240 mLShredded Cheddar Cheese
1/4 tsp1.25 mLGarlic Powder
1/4 tsp1.25 mLSalt
Equipment
Large Skillet
Medium Saucepan
Baking Sheet
Whisk
Instructions
Prepare the Chili: In a large skillet, brown the Ground Beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
Add the Yellow Onion and Garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the Diced Tomatoes, Kidney Beans, Chili Powder, Cumin, Paprika, Cayenne Pepper (if using), Salt, and Black Pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Prepare the Cheese Sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt the Butter over medium heat. Whisk in the All-Purpose Flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, creating a roux.
Gradually whisk in the Milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, and cook until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in the Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Garlic Powder, and Salt until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Cook the Tots: Bake the Frozen Tater Tots according to package directions.
Assemble: Place the cooked Tater Tots on a serving platter. Top with the Chili, then generously drizzle with the Cheese Sauce. Serve immediately.
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