_Sips coffee while typing_
Oh. My. Goodness. Ladies and gentlemen, prepare yourselves for what I like to call my “Midnight Munchies Magic” – Loaded Pizza Tots! This recipe came to me during one of those late-night cravings when nothing in the fridge seemed quite right. Trust me, once you try this, you’ll be sneaking to the kitchen at midnight too!
Look, we all know those moments when we’re lying in bed scrolling through our phones, and suddenly our stomach starts doing the rumba. This recipe is perfect for those times, and it’s so good you’ll want to wake up the whole family (though maybe don’t, more for you! 😉).
Here’s what you’ll need:
– 1 bag of frozen tater tots
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella
– 1/2 cup pepperoni, chopped
– 1/4 cup pizza sauce
– Italian seasoning
– Garlic powder
– Ranch dressing (because, duh!)
Now, let me walk you through this heavenly creation:
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (I know, turning on the oven at midnight sounds crazy, but trust your girl on this one)
2. Arrange those tots in a single layer on a baking sheet
3. Bake them until they’re golden and crispy (about 20-25 minutes)
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1. Now, sprinkle garlic powder and Italian seasoning over those crispy tots
2. Drizzle with pizza sauce
3. Cover with mozzarella and pepperoni
4. Pop it back in the oven for 5 minutes until the cheese gets all melty and gorgeous
Y’all, when I tell you this is life-changing, I mean it! The crispy tots, the melty cheese, the spicy pepperoni – it’s like a pizza and tater tots had a beautiful baby!
Pro tip: If you’re feeling extra naughty, drizzle some ranch dressing over the top. I won’t judge – we’re all friends here!
This recipe serves 4-6 people, but let’s be real… when it’s midnight, and you’re in your PJs watching Netflix, portion sizes go out the window! 🤷♀️
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Remember, cooking doesn’t have to be complicated to be amazing. Sometimes the best recipes happen when you’re in your fuzzy socks, hair up in a messy bun, and just following your cravings! Now, if you’ll excuse me, I think I hear my kitchen calling… 😘
