Tater Tot Venison Casserole Recipe

Game night just got a whole lot tastier! This hearty Tater Tot Venison Casserole is a family favorite, perfect for using up that extra venison from hunting season. But don't worry, ground beef works perfectly too! This cheesy, comforting dish is easy to make and guaranteed to please everyone – even picky eaters. Get ready for a delicious and satisfying meal that's ready in under 90 minutes!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 903.2 kcal
Protein 101g
Rating 3.8 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tater Tot Venison Casserole

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How to Make Tater Tot Venison Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Brown 1.5-2 pounds of venison (or ground beef) in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain any excess grease.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked venison, 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 cup milk, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Pour the venison mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. Top with 3 cups frozen tater tots, arranged in a single layer.
  6. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
  7. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

84 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

104g

Carbs

21g