pimento cheese 'tator tots'

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Rock Hill, SC
Updated on Aug 18, 2014

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'

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 400 F. Prick potatoes all over with a fork. Bake directly on oven rack until very soft when squeezed. Cool slightly.
  • Step 2
    Cut 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.
  • Step 3
    Pour 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
Keyword: #potato
Keyword: #tator-tots
Culture: American
Ingredient: Potatoes
Method: Stove Top

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