Venison Tater Tot Casserole or Use Ground Beef

Transform your weeknight dinners with this hearty and satisfying Venison Tater Tot Casserole, a comforting twist on a classic dish that can also be made with ground beef. This recipe layers savory ground venison (or beef) cooked with onions, garlic, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce for depth, paired with a creamy blend of mixed vegetables, sour cream, and cream of mushroom soup. Topped with golden, crispy tater tots and gooey melted cheddar cheese, this casserole delivers rich flavors and textures in every bite. Ready in under an hour, it’s a perfect all-in-one meal for busy evenings, with freezer-friendly leftovers that make it just as convenient. Simple to assemble and loved by both kids and adults, this tater tot casserole is comfort food at its finest.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground venison (or ground beef)
• 1 Yellow onion, diced
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 cups Frozen mixed vegetables (e.g., peas, carrots, corn, and green beans)
• 1 10.5-ounce can Cream of mushroom soup
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 32 ounces Frozen tater tots
• 0 Cooking spray
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground venison (or ground beef) until browned, breaking it up into small crumbles, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce, mixing well to combine. Remove from heat.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked meat mixture, frozen mixed vegetables, cream of mushroom soup, and sour cream. Mix until everything is evenly distributed.

Step 6

Spread the meat and vegetable mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Step 7

Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the meat mixture.

Step 8

Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the top of the casserole, covering the entire surface.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Step 11

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2543.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4089.3

Total Fat 224.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 34.5g
Cholesterol 688.3mg	0%
Sodium 9769.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 335.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.1g	0%
Total Sugars 42.4g
Protein 197.5g	0%

Vitamin D 85.4IU	0%
Calcium 2307.2mg	0%
Iron 26.5mg	0%
Potassium 5319.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.6%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 32.4%