Ingredients

2lbhash brown,frozen, thawed

2tbspall-purpose flour

1½tbspsalt,or more to taste

1tbspground black pepper

3eggs

1blockcheddar cheese,cut into small rectangular cubes

vegetable oil,for frying

Preparation

Combine thawed hash browns, flour, salt, pepper, and eggs in a bowl.

Take a piece of cheese and wrap a palmful of the mixture around it, shaping it into a tot. Squeeze out some excess moisture to make it nice and tight.

Fill a large, deep skillet halfway with oil and heat over medium.

When the oil is hot, drop in some tots, turning them along the way until they’re crispy and golden brown. Let cool a bit.

Serve and enjoy.