For tator tots: 1) Start cooking frozen tater tots at 425 degrees F. They will need to bake for 35-40 minutes to get very crispy which is longer than most of the products will recommend but leads to a crispier tot.
Season the tots with the spice mix of your choice. I prefer seasoned salt.
For hot dogs, start them off in a frying pan on medium-high heat. If they are dry, add just a bit of olive oil to the party. After about 5 minutes, they will look delicious.
Once dogs are seared, cut up some cheese. Any cheese will do. I prefer cheddar.
Put your preferred cheese in your bun, then put your dog in the bun, then put the whole package in the oven for 5-10 minutes. The cheese will melt and the bun will get crispy. It will be fantastic.
You can top dogs with whatever toppings you like. I have some ideas in the post.