It's worth a try, but tots are like hash browns they have to be fried til they are good and crispy! Otherwise not too good. If I'm fixing potatoes myself they are either cut into small chunks and fried in a cast iron skillet with bacon grease, or cut into small chunks, seasoned with garlic, tony's and a few tablespoons of butter then wrapped in aluminum foil and cooked on the grill or in the oven, zero cleanup