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The Secret to Perfect One-Pot Boursin Pasta

The Secret to Perfect One-Pot Boursin Pasta

A creamy, flavorful pasta dish made entirely in one pot with garlic herb cheese for an incredibly easy weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Quick & Easy Meals
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz pasta penne or fusilli work best
  • 1 package Boursin cheese 5.2 oz, garlic and herb flavor
  • 3 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups fresh spinach packed
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large pot or deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Add the dry pasta, cherry tomatoes, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well to combine and bring to a boil over high heat.
  3. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
  4. Remove from heat and add the entire package of Boursin cheese, breaking it into pieces. Stir vigorously until the cheese melts completely and creates a creamy sauce.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and fresh spinach. The spinach will wilt quickly from the heat of the pasta. Mix until everything is well combined and creamy.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper if needed. The Boursin cheese is already well-seasoned, so you may not need much.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil and additional red pepper flakes if desired. Enjoy while hot and creamy.

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSodium: 620mgFiber: 4g

Notes

The key to this recipe is not draining the pasta - the starch helps create the creamy sauce. If the pasta absorbs liquid too quickly, add a splash more broth. You can substitute the spinach with kale or arugula for variety. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated with a splash of milk or cream to restore creaminess.

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