Whether you’re having a girls’ night in to catch up, celebrate a special occasion, or simply relax and unwind, Trader Joe’s has everything you need to create a delicious and memorable meal. Here’s a sample menu featuring some of our favorite TJ’s finds, along with a few easy recipes to get you started..
**Appetizers:**.
* **Mini Caprese Skewers:** Skewer fresh mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, and basil leaves with toothpicks. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze for a simple but elegant appetizer..
* **Spinach Artichoke Dip:** Combine frozen spinach, artichoke hearts, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings in a baking dish. Bake until bubbly and serve with tortilla chips or pita bread..
* **Bruschetta with Sun-Dried Tomato Tapenade:** Toast slices of baguette and top with sun-dried tomato tapenade made from sun-dried tomatoes, olives, capers, and herbs..
**Main Course:**.
* **Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies:** Toss chicken breasts, broccoli florets, bell peppers, and onions with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a sheet pan and roast in the oven until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender..
* **Pasta with Vodka Sauce:** Cook your favorite pasta according to package directions. While the pasta is cooking, simmer vodka sauce made from crushed tomatoes, vodka, cream, and seasonings in a saucepan. Toss the pasta with the sauce and serve with grated Parmesan cheese..
* **Pizza with Your Favorite Toppings:** Purchase pre-made pizza dough from Trader Joe’s and top with your favorite toppings. Bake in the oven according to the dough package directions..
**Sides:**.
* **Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes:** Roast whole garlic heads until soft. Squeeze out the roasted garlic and mash with potatoes, milk, butter, and seasonings..
* **Asparagus with Lemon Butter Sauce:** Sauté asparagus spears in a pan with butter, lemon juice, and salt..
* **Honey Roasted Carrots:** Toss carrot sticks with olive oil, honey, and cinnamon. Roast in the oven until tender and caramelized..
**Dessert:**.
* **Chocolate Lava Cakes:** Prepare individual chocolate lava cakes according to package directions. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream..
* **Fruit Platter:** Arrange a variety of fresh fruits, such as berries, grapes, apples, and bananas, on a platter..
* **Trader Joe’s Mini Cheesecakes:** Purchase mini cheesecakes from Trader Joe’s and serve with fresh fruit or berries..
**Drinks:**.
* **Wine:** Select a bottle of wine that pairs well with your meal, such as a Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, or Pinot Noir..
* **Cocktails:** Create a signature cocktail for your guests using Trader Joe’s juices, mixers, and spirits..
* **Non-Alcoholic Beverages:** Offer a variety of non-alcoholic beverages, such as sparkling water, juice, or iced tea..
With these delicious options from Trader Joe’s, you can easily create a memorable and enjoyable dinner for your next girls’ night in. So gather your friends, put on some music, and enjoy a night of laughter, good food, and great company..
