The only thing that could rival the iconic and decadent deliciousness of Disney Parks cuisine is the animated meals shared by classic Disney characters. Honestly, who hasn't fantasized about absolutely pigging out on the feast from the "Be Our Guest" scene in Beauty and the Beast?
Some might consider these Disney dishes nearly impossible to recreate. Fortunately, that misconception is 101 percent wrong, as there are plenty of magical meals one can make right from the comfort of one's own home. From simplistic snacks to delicious dinners, there are many ways to get that taste of Disney perfectly prepped and table-ready.
Congee (Mulan)
Congee might sound difficult to make, but it's actually a very simple dish that many can make in their home quite easily. Without Mushu's bacon and eggs on top, congee is simply a porridge made from rice, stock, and seasoning, and sometimes a variety of vegetables.
Rice is a staple food in many Asian cultures, and rice porridge dishes like congee are common across many parts of Asia, so there are multiple ways to prepare this dish depending on the country of origin. That's not even mentioning the multitude of toppings one can add. While bacon and eggs are perfectly fine, they are indeed a very Western addition.
Pies (Various)
Dessert pies are practically as commonplace as salt and pepper when it comes to Sunday dinners and other occasions in the Western world. So naturally, Disney has had no shortage of the popular pastry throughout their animated features. What earns them a spot on the list is their versatility.
Whether it's Snow White's gooseberry pies or those thrown by various cartoon characters for comical effect, there are pies aplenty scattered throughout various Disney productions.
Grey Stuff (Beauty And The Beast/Disney Parks)
Disney fans will immediately think of the cookies and cream mousse served at the "Be Our Guest" restaurant in Walt Disney World. However, true foodies out there recognize these hors d'oeuvres as foie gras or chicken liver mousse.
Unless one lives in France, the latter may be more difficult to create, depending on where one lives. However, recipes for "The Grey Stuff" are floating around the web, ready for the taking. Even Disney themselves have one, but like Disney, many of the recipes found online have turned the "stuff" into a more universally appealing dessert.
Bone Broth (The Mandalorian)
Taking down a Grinjer might be something only possible in the Star Wars universe, but bone broth is a beneficial superfood that can be made right at home. In fact, if you can make chicken stock, you can make bone broth.
Simply substitute the chicken for soup bones and voila, you'll have what you need to satisfy a hungry Grogu. If one is looking for a nutritious meal on a frosty day, this is the way to go.
Potato Leek Stew (Ratatouille)
It might be one of the most popular dishes in Chef Gusteau's kitchen, but the soup that Remy makes when he's first introduced to the restaurant business is actually one of the most common soups around. Various sources confirm that the soup featured in the soup scene at the beginning of Ratatouille is a simple potato and leek stew.
Whether you buy it from a can or make it yourself, it's a deceptively simple dish that even a novice chef like Linguini can manage.
"Eat Me" Cookies (Alice In Wonderland)
Although different from their currant counterparts in the original book, the various cookies that read "Eat Me" from Alice in Wonderland can be made with a simple sugar cookie recipe and the right amount of icing.
Everyone and their mother has their own sugar cookie recipe, that part is easily remedied. It's the creation of the shape, colors, and letters that make these treats original. It's a perfect activity for those youngsters looking to help in the kitchen.
Mint Chocolate Ice Cream (Lilo And Stitch)
Like so many other treats on this list, it's this treat's commonplace reputation that wins a spot on the list. However, it's also possibly the most comical dish mentioned here.
There are few tragic figures so heartbreaking as the fat tourist from Lilo & Stitch who cannot, for the life of him, enjoy that cone of mint chip ice cream. He loses it at every turn, but it makes for one heck of a running gag.
Tamales (Coco)
Pixar has a reputation for absolutely gorgeous animation, but when viewers see the steam rising from those tamales, it's impossible not to want one. Available on practically every Mexican restaurant menu, tamales are not hard to find in the U.S. or south of the border.
Tamales aren't the easiest dish to make on this list, but it's something Disney fans can definitely make at home with the right know-how. The hardest part is making the tasty filling and acquiring the corn husks, but never underestimate your local Mexican or Latin American supermarket.
Beignets (Princess And The Frog)
Beignets are similar to doughnuts, except they have fewer eggs and are cut into squares and dusted with icing sugar. Fried dough can be a simple yet hazardous pastry to make, but with the right preparation, a hot batch of Beignets can be ready for one's breakfast table.
They might not be as steamy and sticky as Tiana's, but they're guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser for a family get together, or a breakfast/brunch for two even. And they're certainly an upgrade from doughnuts.
Spaghetti (Lady And The Tramp)
Honestly, is there anyone who hasn't had spaghetti and meatballs at least once in their lives? It's a very versatile dish that nearly every American has had at least once, and it also happens to be the centerpiece of one of Disney's most romantic sequences, ever.
The dish can be as simple or complex as one wants, but it's always guaranteed to satisfy. The diners might not be a pair of lovestruck dogs, but what couple wouldn't want to try the spaghetti kiss?