Cook Along with Chef Tessa: Cheesy Tater Tots

Cheesy Tater Tots

By Chef Tessa Turcotte-Novosedlik

Ingredients:

• 4 cups Potato, shredded and raw
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
• 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch
• 1/3 cup Cheddar Cheese, grated
• 2 tbsp Green Onion, chopped
• Canola Oil, for frying

Instructions:

• In a microwave safe bowl, add the shredded potato and microwave for 2½ minutes, until softened and heated through. Remove from microwave.
• Add all the spices, the grated cheese and chopped green onions. Using your hands, combine the mixture well, lightly squeezing it in your hands.
• Heat the canola oil in a shallow frying pan to 350F.
• While the oil is heating, gently form the tater tots into cylinders approximately ¾” thick and 1” long.
• Once formed, fry the tater tots for 1 minute, gently tossing after 30 seconds, or until golden and crisp. Remove from oil and allow to rest on paper towel or a resting rack to remove excess oil. Serve warm.