Well-topped Tots

1. 1

   Arrange oven racks in the upper and lower thirds.

2. 2

   Preheat the oven to 400F.

3. 3

   Spread the tater tots on one rimmed baking sheet and arrange the bacon in a single layer on another rimmed baking sheet.

4. 4

   Bake both simultaneously, switching the positions of the pans halfway through,

5. 5

   until the tots are hot and crunchy and the bacon is crisp.

6. 6

   The bacon will be done in about 10 minutes and the tots in about 20 minutes.

7. 7

   Drain the bacon on paper towels.

8. 8

   Break into small bits.

9. 9

   Arrange the tots on a serving platter in a single layer.

10. 10

    While the tots and bacon bake, mix the cream cheese and parmesan cheese.

11. 11

    Place the cream cheese mixture in a resealable plastic bag and snip a hole in one corner.

12. 12

    Pipe a dot on to each tot, then top with the bacon, peppers, and chives.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.