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Savory Ground Venison Tater Tot Casserole


  • Author: emily
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A comforting casserole combining ground venison, crispy tater tots, and gooey cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground venison
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
  • 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: vegetables like peas or corn

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Brown the ground venison with the diced onion and minced garlic in a skillet until cooked through.
  3. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Layer the venison mixture in a greased baking dish and top it with frozen tater tots.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the tater tots.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
  7. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For a twist, consider adding vegetables like peas, corn, or bell peppers. Let the casserole sit for a few minutes after baking to meld flavors.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: venison, tater tots, casserole, comfort food, easy recipes