[header] How to prepare homemade tater tots [title] Peel the potatoes. [step] Wash and scrub the 2 pounds (908 grams) of potatoes, then use a potato peeler to completely peel them. Dispose of the peelings and place the potatoes in a large pot.
[header] How to prepare homemade tater tots [title] Peel the potatoes. [step] Wash and scrub the 2 pounds (908 grams) of potatoes, then use a potato peeler to completely peel them. Dispose of the peelings and place the potatoes in a large pot.
[substeps] You can either peel and slice the potatoes yourself or arrange the potatoes in single batches. It is a matter of personal preference which method works best for you. [title] Cook the potatoes over medium high heat. [step] Fill the pot of potatoes up with cold water until the water covers the potatoes by about one inch (2.54 cm). Pour boiling water over the potatoes, and let them sit in the water for about 1 hour. [substeps] Start by soaking the potatoes in the water for about 2 hours, but you can measure out a little bit longer if you'd prefer. [title] Drain the water out of the potatoes using a colander. [step] Throw away the potatoes that you drained into a colander and tap them onto a clean towel or a clean cutting board.