Question 1

What are tater tots?

Accepted Answer

They are made of mashed potatoes that are formed into small logs. You can find frozen ones in grocery stores and deep-fry or bake for optimum crispness.It is an all-time favorite American snack, breakfast dish, and side dish. This time, I will turn it into a hearty meal.

Question 2

Why is my casserole watery?

Accepted Answer

This usually happens if it is not baked long enough. Make sure the middle of the casserole is bubbling, and the top is browned before taking it out of the oven. If it is browning too fast, cover it loosely with foil and let it continue to cook. Another issue could be if frozen vegetables were used. They should be completely thawed and patted dry. Extra moisture should be squeezed out of watery veggies like chard, spinach, and kale. Other veggies can be precooked to get them to release their moisture.

Question 3

Can I make tater tot casserole in advance?

Accepted Answer

This is one of the easiest casseroles to make in advance because it can be completely assembled (except for the tots) and then covered and frozen for up to 48 hours. Then, just put it in the refrigerator overnight to thaw, place it on the counter for a couple of hours to come to room temperature, and then cook as directed (with the tots) Although, if you are planning to keep it just overnight, keep it in the fridge but leave the tots in the freezer until ready to cook. Tots should always be frozen until they are baked.

Question 4

Should I thaw tater tots before baking?

Accepted Answer

No, as I mentioned above, it is best to bake the tater tots frozen, so they do not get soggy. Also, this helps them cook evenly and get crispy on the outside. Keeping them frozen also keeps them from overbaking. Lay them right next to each other but in a single layer. Do not just toss them in there so they are lying in a pile on top of one another. They will steam instead of baking if they are too close or on top of each other.

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