Description
This creamy, flavorful Boursin pasta recipe is quick, easy, and utterly delicious. Made with rich, herby Boursin cheese, it creates a velvety, garlicky sauce that clings perfectly to your favorite pasta. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners. Whether you enjoy it as-is or add your favorite proteins and veggies, this pasta will never disappoint.
Ingredients
12 oz (340g) pasta such as penne, fettuccine, or rigatoni
1 package (5.2 oz) Boursin cheese with Garlic & Fine Herbs
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 cloves garlic minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil
Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions
Reserve 1 cup of pasta water then drain the pasta and set aside
2. Prepare the Creamy Boursin Sauce
In a large pan heat olive oil and butter over medium heat
Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant
Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently
Crumble in the Boursin cheese and stir until fully melted into a smooth creamy sauce
Add salt pepper and Parmesan cheese stirring until well combined
3. Combine Pasta with Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce
Toss well until the pasta is evenly coated with the creamy Boursin sauce
If the sauce is too thick add a splash of the reserved pasta water to adjust consistency
4. Garnish and Serve
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan if desired
Finish with freshly cracked black pepper for added flavor
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Boursin pasta
Notes
For added protein include grilled chicken sautéed shrimp or pan-fried tofu
Add a spicy kick with red pepper flakes or diced fresh jalapeños
Use different Boursin flavors like Shallot & Chive or Cracked Black Pepper for variety
To make it dairy-free substitute with plant-based Boursin and coconut cream
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
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