Boursin Pasta
Boursin pasta is a creamy, indulgent dish that transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience in under 30 minutes. The velvety boursin cheese blends beautifully with al dente pasta, fresh spinach, and bursting cherry tomatoes, creating an irresistible comfort food that will impress family and friends alike. Perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous dinner gatherings, this recipe promises to deliver delightful flavors with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (rigatoni or spaghetti)
- 5 oz Boursin cheese (garlic & herb recommended)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot, adding a generous pinch of salt. Cook the pasta until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted (about 2-3 minutes).
- Stir in halved cherry tomatoes and cook until they soften slightly.
- Lower the heat, add Boursin cheese and reserved pasta water to the skillet, stirring until creamy.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg