Step 1

Chop bacon into 1 inch chunks and cook in a skillet over medium heat until done, stirring often.

Step 3

Line a plate with paper towels, and put cooked bacon on, then pat to help drain grease.

Step 5

In the slow cooker, layer half of each in this order: tater tots, ranch mix, cheddar cheese, cooked bacon pieces. Repeat the layer once more.

Step 7

Cook on low for 2 hours or high for 4 hours.

Step 9

Serve hot.