Maggie Rennie
Digital Integration Specialist
In case you didn’t know, we’re officially Halfway to the Holidays! With just six months to go, now is the perfect time to practice your culinary skills so that you can impress family and friends with a few holiday-inspired dishes.
To help you get started, we’ve chosen four delicious recipes from the Disney Recipe Vault, featuring favorites from previous holiday festivals that, while currently unavailable in the parks, will surely bring a little bit of magic to your celebrations.
Soup Course: Pozole
From Disney ¡Viva Navidad! at Disney California Adventure Park
To add a touch of traditional Mexican flavor to your holiday table, try your hand at a warm, comforting bowl of Pozole! This rich, hearty soup is perfect for family gatherings, and its vibrant flavors will make it a standout at any festive feast.
Appetizer: Holiday Ham Slider with Pineapple Cherry Jam
From Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure Park
Next up, we’ve got an appetizer that’s both sweet and savory – a Holiday Ham Slider with Pineapple Cherry Jam. This dish captures the spirit of the holidays with its combination of tender ham, sweet pineapple and tart cherry flavors. Perfect for a holiday gathering, these sliders are easy to make and incredibly flavorful.
Main Course: Blackened Catfish Hoppin’ John
From EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth
For the main course, we dive into the delectable flavors of the South with Blackened Catfish Hoppin’ John. This dish, traditionally eaten on New Year’s Day for good luck, is given a festive twist and is perfect for any holiday table.
Dessert: Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
From EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth
I don’t know about you, but I’m a big fan of a fun sweet treat after a delicious meal! These cookies combine rich chocolate with refreshing peppermint for a classic holiday flavor and are the perfect choice to end your meal on a high note.
Whether you’re getting a head start on your festive preparations or simply indulging in some delicious seasonal flavors, there’s a lot of holiday magic waiting for you in these recipes. From savory starters to delightful desserts, each dish brings a touch of Disney’s holiday spirit into your home. Happy cooking!