Move over nachos, it’s time to let hot dog totchos get their shine. Featuring Nathan’s Famous® Beef Franks, this fun and delicious recipe opts for tater tots instead of nachos and hot dogs in place of beef. Plus: all the fixin’s we know and love, like cheese and black beans.
Check out the recipe from Nathan’s Famous® below to learn how to whip up your family’s new go-to weeknight dinner.
| Total Time | Skill Level | Servings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 hr | Beginner | 6 |
Ingredients
| Nathan’s Famous® Skinless Beef Franks | 1 pkg(s) |
| Bag frozen tater tots | 32 oz. |
| Olive oil | 1 Tbsp. |
| Taco seasoning | 1 Tbsp. |
| Can black beans, drained and rinsed | 15 oz. |
| Fresh or frozen corn kernels, thawed if frozen | 1 cup(s) |
| Cheddar cheese, shredded | 1 cup(s) |
| Monterey jack cheese, shredded | 1 cup(s) |
| Cherry tomatoes, quartered | 1 cup(s) |
| Small red onion, finely chopped | 1/2 whole |
| Large jalapeno, sliced thin | 1 whole |
| Sour cream, for serving | As needed |
| Lime wedges, for serving | As needed |
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 400°F. Spread tater tots onto a rimmed baking sheet and bake for a half hour.
- Meanwhile, slice hot dogs into 1/2″ coins. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced hot dogs and taco seasoning. Cook, stirring frequently, until hot dogs turn golden brown, about five minutes.
- Scatter hot dogs over crisp tater tots and top with black beans, corn, and cheeses. Bake for 10 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Top with tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno and cilantro. Serve with sour cream and lime wedges.
Tips to Stretch Your Dollar
Save a portion of tots and Nathan’s Famous® Skinless Beef Franks to create a mouthwatering hash loaded with roasted veggies and hot dogs for brunch the following day. Chop up peppers, onions, carrots and hot dogs then toss them into a pan with tater tots and simple seasonings (salt, pepper and paprika). Bake for 45 minutes at 400°F.
In need of more inspiration for your next family meal? Smithfield Foods’ large portfolio of products, including Smithfield® Bacon, Nathan’s Famous® Beef Franks and Eckrich® Smoked Sausage, can meet your household’s needs for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even snack time.
