Description
Indulge in the creamy, herby delight of this Juicy Boursin Cheese Pasta recipe. A quick and easy meal perfect for weeknights or impressing guests. Learn the secret to a flavorful and satisfying pasta experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of your favorite pasta (such as spaghetti, penne, or fusilli)
- 1 wheel (5.2 oz) of Boursin cheese
- 1 pint of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for a touch of heat
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Remove the Boursin cheese from its packaging and let it soften slightly at room temperature.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and releasing juices. Crush the tomatoes lightly to enhance flavor.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the tomatoes and garlic. Stir in the Boursin cheese, breaking it up as it melts. Add a splash of reserved pasta water to create a smooth and creamy sauce. Toss until well coated. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (optional). Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the pasta; al dente is best for absorbing the sauce.
- Reserved pasta water is key for a creamy, emulsified sauce.
- Adjust sauce consistency with more pasta water if needed.
- Customize with vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini.
- Add protein like grilled chicken, shrimp, or sausage for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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