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CHEESY TATER TOT DINNER

I created this slow cooker meal to pay homage to my favorite style of pizza, Hawaiian with bacon and pineapple. The Tater Tots in this recipe make it family-friendly.

—LISA RENSHAW KANSAS CITY, MO



PREP: 15 MIN. • COOK: 4 HOURS + STANDING • MAKES: 8 SERVINGS


1 package (32 ounces) frozen Tater Tots, thawed

8 ounces Canadian bacon, chopped

1 cup frozen pepper strips, thawed and chopped

1 medium onion, finely chopped

1 can (8 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained

2 large eggs

3 cans (5 ounces each) evaporated milk

1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce

1 cup shredded provolone cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional

1. Place half the Tater Tots in a greased 5-qt. slow cooker. Layer with Canadian bacon, peppers, onion and pineapple. Top with the remaining Tater Tots. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk and pizza sauce; pour over top. Sprinkle with provolone cheese.

2. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until heated through. If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese; let stand, covered, 20 minutes.