pimento cheese 'tator tots'
I found a recipe for 'Tator Tots' out of a magazine of Bon Appetit. I changed the ingrediants, but the technique is the same. Really good.
prep time
cook time
method
Stove Top
yield
4-6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 3 medium russet potatoes, scrubbed (about 2 lbs)
- 2 - scallions, chopped
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs, seasoned
- 1 tablespoon butter, unsalted room temperture
- 4 tablespoons pimento cheese with jalapenos
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesian cheese
- 2 large eggs, beaten to blend
- 3 cups vegetable oil
How To Make pimento cheese 'tator tots'
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Step 1Preheat oven to 400 F. Prick potatoes all over with a fork. Bake directly on oven rack until very soft when squeezed. Cool slightly.
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Step 2Cut potatoes in half and scoop out the flesh into a medium size bowl. Discard skins. Mash, then mix in scallions, breadcrumbs, cream, pimemto cheese, butter, garlic powder, 2 tsp. salt and 2 tablespoons of parmesian cheese. Mix in egg just to combine. Roll 1 tablespoon portions of the potatoe mixture into balls.
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Step 3Pour oil into a medium skillet and heat over medium heat until bubbles form imediately when a little potato mixture is added. Working in batches fry tots until deep golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and serve with the remaining pimento cheese and a dip.
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Category:
Potatoes
Category:
Vegetable Appetizers
Keyword:
#potato
Keyword:
#tator-tots
Keyword:
#pimento cheese
Culture:
American
Ingredient:
Potatoes
Method:
Stove Top
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