Why You Need the New I Love Trader Joe’s® Cookbook: 15th Anniversary Edition in Your Life Immediately

If you’ve ever wandered the aisles of Trader Joe’s and thought to yourself, “I want to eat all of this, but I have no clue what to actually do with it,” then Cherie Mercer Twohy is your new best friend. And if you already know her from the original I Love Trader Joe’s® Cookbook, then buckle up—because the 15th Anniversary Edition is like the glow-up we all needed but didn’t know was coming.

Updated, upgraded, and stuffed with 150 new and enhanced recipes, this cookbook is the holy grail for anyone who’s ever said, “Dinner should be delicious, fast, and, preferably, involve something from the frozen aisle.”

A Love Letter to Joe’s, in Recipe Form

The I Love Trader Joe’s® Cookbook: 15th Anniversary Edition is less “heat and eat” and more “let’s actually cook something amazing with TJ’s goodies.” And that’s exactly how Cherie wants it. As she says, “My hope for this book is that it will serve as inspiration… templates, really—for your own brilliant ideas.”

Yes, chef. 👩‍🍳

Just a Few Mouthwatering Highlights

Let’s talk food, shall we? Here are just a few recipes I flagged with sticky notes (okay, let’s be honest—every page has a sticky note at this point):

Asparagus Tart – Looks fancy, takes 10 minutes to throw together, and pairs beautifully with a glass of white wine and your favorite Bravo show.
Chile and Crab Chowder – Perfect for when you want to impress someone with your culinary prowess without breaking a sweat (or the bank).
Nectarine, Gorgonzola, and Greens Salad – Light, punchy, and the absolute main character of summer lunches.
One-Pot Pesto Pasta with Potatoes and Green Beans – Comfort food that doesn’t require a pile of dishes afterward? Yes, please.
Almond-Plum Galette – Because dessert should always be a little rustic and a lot delicious.

Meet the Woman Behind the Magic

Cherie Mercer Twohy is more than just a cookbook author—she’s a Trader Joe’s superfan, culinary teacher, and actual legend. She’s been guiding us through TJ’s labyrinth of deliciousness for 15 years and counting. Currently living on the Oregon coast (yes, she can see whales from her kitchen window—jealous?), Cherie still makes regular pilgrimages to her nearest TJ’s, even though it’s 60 miles away. That’s dedication, folks.

She’s got four Trader Joe’s books under her belt and is now apparently working on a novel about a cheese whisperer. I don’t know what that is, but I already want a copy.

But Wait—The First One Still Has My Heart

Let me just say, the I Love Trader Joe’s® Around The World Cookbook is the first one I ever bought and it will always have a special spot on my kitchen shelf (and in my heart). It got me through countless “what’s for dinner?” meltdowns and introduced me to the art of elevating grocery store finds into real, actual meals.

But this new 15th Anniversary Edition? It’s not just a nostalgic refresh. It’s a whole new level of flavor, fun, and inspiration that every Trader Joe’s-loving home cook needs.

So if you’ve ever found yourself standing in the TJ’s checkout line with a cart full of frozen cauliflower gnocchi and zero plan, do yourself a favor: grab this cookbook. Your tastebuds (and your dinner guests) will thank you.

Grab the new edition here: The I Love Trader Joe’s® Cookbook: 15th Anniversary Edition