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#DisneyMagicMoments: Cooking Up the Magic — First Time on Disney Parks Blog – Recipe for Totchos from Woody’s Lunch Box at Disney’s Hollywood Studios – YEEHAW!

#DisneyMagicMoments: Cooking Up the Magic — First Time on Disney Parks Blog – Recipe for Totchos from Woody’s Lunch Box at Disney’s Hollywood Studios – YEEHAW!

My partner in all things Disney food, Alex Dunlap, recently shared the delicious Grilled Three-Cheese  Sandwich recipe from Woody’s Lunch Box at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Guess what else Woody packed in his lunch box that’s easy to make at home? Potato barrels coated with
beef and bean chili, gooey queso sauce, and crunchy corn chips finished with sour cream and a sprinkle of green onions – Yep, TOTCHOS!

Super simple and highly recommended to make for watching “Toy Story” on Disney+. If feeling the need for even more cheese, how about making Grilled Three-Cheese Sandwiches AND Totchos for a Toy Story marathon? Sounds perfect to me!

Totchos from Woody’s Lunch Box at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Totchos from Woody’s Lunch Box at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Serves 6

Chili with Beans

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon coarse salt
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Ground cayenne, to taste

Queso Sauce

  • 2 cups jar cheese sauce
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with chilies

Totchos

  • 1 (2 pound) bag frozen potato
    barrels
  • 1 1/2 cups corn chips
  • Chili with Beans
  • Queso Sauce
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 tablespoons sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions

For Chili with Beans:

  1. Brown ground beef in a 5-6
    quart Dutch oven over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain off excess grease.
  2. Add onion and garlic and
    sauté for 5-7 minutes, until onion is translucent.
  3. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato
    sauce, kidney beans, chili powder, and cumin. Simmer for 20 minutes. Add salt.
  4. Add black pepper and
    cayenne, as needed.
  5. Keep warm until ready to
    serve.

For Queso Sauce:

  1. Place cheese sauce and diced
    tomatoes with chilies in small saucepan. Cook over low heat for 10 minutes,
    until warm.
  2. Keep warm until ready to
    serve.

For Totchos:

  1. Cook potato barrels
    according to package instructions.
  2. Divide potato barrels into 6
    bowls. Place 1/4 cup each of corn chips, chili with beans, and queso sauce on
    top of each bowl of potato barrels.
  3. Top each bowl with 2
    tablespoons shredded cheese, 1 tablespoon sour cream, and 1 teaspoon green
    onions.

Note: This recipe has been converted from a
larger quantity in the restaurant kitchens. The flavor profile may vary from
the restaurant’s version. As a reminder while preparing this recipe, please
supervise children who are helping or nearby.

Click here for a print-at-home version of this recipe!

Ava, a 13-year-old junior chef and daughter of Disney
photographer Matt Stroshane, made this recipe in her home kitchen with the help
of her personal sous chefs (mom and dad) and official taste tester (her
11-year-old brother, Adam). Check out Ava’s video below.

Stay connected with Disney
Parks Blog for more delicious
Disney recipes and be sure to share the magic with other Disney fans using the
hashtag #DisneyMagicMoments. Happy cooking!

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Filed Under: Disney Dining, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Walt Disney World Resort

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New #DisneyCastLife: Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Josh D’Amaro Shares Special Message, Cast Members Create Magic at Disney Springs and More

Today, we’re continuing our #DisneyCastLife video series featuring favorite stories of cast members keeping the Disney magic alive at home and in communities around the world.

In our latest episode, we have a special message from Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Josh D’Amaro plus cast members share their excitement about the phased reopening of Disney Springs and Shanghai Disneyland.  Check it out:

For more inspiring #DisneyCastLife stories, follow the Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort Ambassador team on Instagram at @WDW.Ambassador and @Disneylandambassador.  And be sure to keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for more #DisneyMagicMoments.

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Where Can You ‘Sea’ This? Disney Magic Edition

Today’s visual challenge is inspired by one of my favorite Disney movies. Can you guess the location of this crafty mural?

Mural in Rapunzel's Royal Table aboard the Disney Magic

Scroll down to find the answer.

If you guessed Rapunzel’s Royal Table aboard the Disney Magic, you are absolutely right! This restaurant combines tantalizing cuisine with dazzling live entertainment to create a unique dining experience that brings to life the world of Rapunzel.

Rapunzel and Flynn Rider in Rapunzel's Royal Table aboard the Disney Magic

This fabled feast begins as you enter a royal ballroom adorned with paintings created by the princess herself. If you look closely, you may even spot Rapunzel’s elusive sidekick, Pascal, hiding around the dining room.

Throughout dinner, you’ll experience loads of lively entertainment—from singing and dancing with a merry band of musicians to musical performances by Princess Rapunzel, Flynn Rider and the mischievous Snuggly Duckling Thugs. You can even partake in the festivities and join a celebratory parade to cap off the night.

Rapunzel dances with guests in Rapunzel's Royal Table aboard the Disney Magic

What’s for dinner? Our chefs have developed a mouth-watering menu inspired by the adventures of Rapunzel and Flynn Ryder. Some of the highlights include The Snugly Duckling Platter, a Bavarian-inspired charcuterie selection that is sure to please the meanest of ruffians. Looking for something a little more refined? The Tangled Pasta features angel hair pasta tossed in a creamy basil pesto and accompanied with caramelized sea scallops. The Flynn Rider Platter, with grilled smoked pork loin, roasted smoked pork belly, fried potato dumpling and Spätburgunder wine jus, will make you smolder.

Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for our next “Where can you ‘Sea’ this?” challenge and more #DisneyMagicMoments from Disney Cruise Line.

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#DisneyMagicMoments: Mariachi Cobre from EPCOT Bring Their Vibrant #VoicesFromHome to Yours with ‘Remember Me’ from Disney and Pixar’s ‘Coco’

Known for their vibrant and warm performances at the Mexico pavilion in EPCOT, Mariachi Cobre are using their #VoicesFromHome to bring a little Disney magic and music into your home.

We are honored to share with you and your familia Mariachi Cobre’s special performance of “Remember Me” from Disney and Pixar’s “Coco.”

Be sure to keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for more #DisneyMagicMoments like this, as Disney cast members continue to share Disney magic with all of you.

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#DisneyMagicMoments: Runners who Inspire Us – Part 3

Heather Yang

Here is another #DisneyMagicMoment from the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend a few months ago, Heather Yang’s incredible story of hope and perseverance …

In 2018, Heather Yang was training to run her first half marathon when she was blindsided by a stage 3 colon cancer diagnosis. The disease derailed Yang’s training and led to five months of chemotherapy, but as a United States Army veteran and a first responder during the Sept. 11 tragedy, she knew she had the strength and determination to fight for her life.

In March 2019, Yang completed chemotherapy and began a new journey as a cancer survivor, which included getting back to one of the things she loves most –running. In January 2020, that love of running and eight months of training led to her fulfilling a dream when she completed the Walt Disney World Half Marathon.

Here’s a look at Yang’s magical experience. Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog in the weeks to come as we look back at more amazing, inspirational #DisneyMagicMoments from runDisney events!

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