Description

This Homemade Boursin Pasta Sauce is rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor. Made with soft, herby Boursin cheese, this sauce is the perfect blend of garlic, fresh herbs, and velvety smoothness. Whether tossed with your favorite pasta, used as a base for baked dishes, or drizzled over roasted vegetables, this versatile sauce is quick to prepare and guaranteed to impress. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

1 package (5.2 oz) Boursin cheese Garlic & Fine Herbs flavor

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth

2 tbsp butter

2 tbsp olive oil

3 cloves garlic minced

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Salt and black pepper to taste

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional for a spicy kick

Fresh basil or parsley for garnish optional

Instructions

1. Prepare the Base

Heat olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium heat

Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant about 30 seconds

2. Create the Creamy Sauce

Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth stirring gently to combine

Reduce the heat to low and crumble in the Boursin cheese

Stir continuously until the cheese melts completely into a smooth creamy sauce

3. Add Seasonings

Season with salt black pepper and red pepper flakes if using

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese to add extra richness

4. Final Touches

Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened

Remove from heat and garnish with fresh herbs if desired

Toss with your favorite pasta or use as a sauce for baked dishes

Notes

For a lighter version use half-and-half instead of heavy cream

Add sautéed mushrooms spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor

Make it dairy-free by substituting plant-based cream and vegan Boursin alternatives

Adjust the consistency with a splash of pasta water if the sauce gets too thick

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Sauce
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 30 g
Saturated Fat: 18 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 4 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 8 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg

Keywords: Boursin pasta sauce, creamy pasta sauce, garlic herb sauce, easy pasta sauce, homemade Boursin sauce