Mini Tater Tot Cheeseburgers (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 lb ground beef.
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Salt and pepper to taste.
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder.
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24 tater tots cooked and crispy.
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6 slices cheddar cheese cut into small squares.
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12 small pickle slices.
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6 cherry tomatoes sliced.
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Lettuce leaves cut into small pieces.
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Mayonnaise for serving.
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Ketchup for serving.
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Toothpicks for assembly.
# Instructions:
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In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well and form into small patties, about 1 inch in diameter.
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Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the mini beef patties for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are fully cooked. Place a small square of cheddar cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking to allow it to melt.
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Take one tater tot and place a small dollop of mayonnaise on top. Add a piece of lettuce, followed by a cheeseburger patty. Top with a slice of cherry tomato and a pickle slice. Place another tater tot on top to complete the mini burger. Secure the layers with a toothpick.
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Arrange the mini tater tot cheeseburgers on a serving platter. Serve with ketchup and additional mayonnaise on the side for dipping.
# Notes:
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Use toothpicks to help keep the mini burgers together.
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You can customize the toppings as desired.