Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (115g) mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup (120g) sour cream
  • 1 cup (115g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 tsp (5g) Top the Tater seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5g) salt
  • 32 oz (900g) frozen tater tots
  • 6 slices (30g) bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 tbsp (8g) fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup (55g) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 218°C (425°F). Line your baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the 900g (32 oz) of frozen tots in a single layer, ensuring they aren't touching. Note: Overcrowding leads to sogginess.
  2. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they reach a mahogany colored hue and a shattering crust.
  3. Combine 115g (1/2 cup) mayonnaise, 120g (1/2 cup) sour cream, 115g (1 cup) shredded cheddar, and 5g (1 tsp) Top the Tater seasoning in a medium mixing bowl.
  4. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is completely smooth and velvety.
  5. Remove the tots from the oven and immediately pour the copycat Top the Tater dip over the center of the tray.
  6. Sprinkle 55g (1/2 cup) Monterey Jack cheese and 30g (6 slices) cooked, crumbled bacon over the top.
  7. Return to the oven (or switch to broil) for 3-5 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
  8. Finish with a scatter of 8g (2 tbsp) fresh chives and a pinch of 1.5g (1/4 tsp) salt.