Opie's Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole

I created this recipe over time in homage to the original from Opie's BBQ in Spicewood, TX. Some things to note: Ore-Ida tater tots have lots of salt and seasoning; typically off-brand do not. I would probably add over a tsp for off-brand tots.

• Ready In: 1 hr 25 mins
• Serves: 20
• Yields: 1 Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 (2 lb) bag  ore-ida  frozen tater tots
• 2 (10 3/4ounce) cans  reduced-fat cream of chicken soup
• 1 (8 ounce)  low-fat sour cream
• 1 (16 ounce) package low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 (8 ounce) package colby cheese, shredded
• 1  teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (6 ounce) container  French-fried onions

Directions

1. Mix everything but the Colby cheese and french's onions in a large bowl (make sure tots are still frozen so they don't break apart).
2. Scoop mixture into one 9x13 pan.
3. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for one hour.
4. Top with Colby cheese and then French's onions and bake for another 5-10 minutes until onions are golden brown.