Venison Tater Tot Casserole Or Use Ground Beef Recipe

A hearty and kid-approved twist on classic tater tot casserole! This recipe uses delicious ground venison (or ground beef) for a flavorful and satisfying meal the whole family will love. Crispy tater tots, creamy mushroom soup, and savory venison combine for a comforting casserole perfect for a weeknight dinner or game day feast. Say goodbye to boring casseroles and hello to this family favorite!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 403 kcal
Protein 51g
Rating 3.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Venison Tater Tot Casserole Or Use Ground Beef

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How to Make Venison Tater Tot Casserole Or Use Ground Beef

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Spread 2 lbs of tater tots in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
  3. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until lightly golden.
  4. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add 1 lb ground venison (or ground beef), 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1/2 cup chopped onion. Brown the meat, breaking it up with a spoon, for 8-10 minutes.
  6. Drain off any excess grease.
  7. Stir in 1 (10.75 ounce) can of cream of mushroom soup until well combined.
  8. Pour the meat mixture into a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  9. Sprinkle 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese over the meat.
  10. Top with the partially baked tater tots.
  11. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon garlic powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt over the tater tots.
  12. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly, golden brown, and the tater tots are crispy.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

56g

Carbs

6g