Homemade Potato Tots ( Tater Tots )

Total Time: 20 mins Preparation Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• 8 medium potatoes, cooked, peeled, and hot
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 1 dash pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt or 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
• 2 tablespoons finely minced onions (optional)
• canola oil or vegetable oil

Recipe

• 1 finely shred or use a ricer while potatoes are still hot.
• 2 stir in flour, salt, pepper and onion (if using).
• 3 heat 1/4-in oil in heavy pan.
• 4 form into small balls and drop in oil; fry until slightly golden.
• 5 drain on paper towels, then freeze for tater tot casseroles or to serve alone.
• 6 when ready to serve, remove from freezer.
• 7 bake in single layers on a greased baking sheet; at 400 degrees until desired doneness.