This creamy Boursin pasta recipe is going viral on Tiktok for its luxurious texture and tempting flavor. The combination of Boursin cheese, cherry tomatoes and herbs brings a joy to the dinner table. Let’s create this viral tiktok recipe in Butterfiesta’s kitchen.
Boursin Pasta Recipe
The Boursin cheese originated in France in 1950’s. The soft cheese made from cow’s milk is blended with herbs and spices to boost the flavor game of cheese. The creamy texture and herby flavor make this cheese a delightful ingredient to elevate the taste of variety of recipes.
People around the globe love the fusion of cheese and pasta; this boursin pasta is a perfect fusion of French and Italian culinary traditions. The recipe got hype over Tiktok and many chefs started to create their own version of the recipe by melding ingredients and flavors.
I love to tailor this pasta with a variety of herbs, spices, and tomatoes. I use a mix of red, orange, yellow, and grape cherry tomatoes along with garlic, spinach, and peri peri seasoning to create a tempting twist. To achieve the creamy consistency of pasta, I use heavy cream. However, you can use tomatoes as per availability and avoid the heavy cream as per preferences. Besides the flavor, it is a one-pot crowd-pleasing dinner recipe that you can make within an hour.
Boursin Pasta Recipe
Equipment
- Oven
Ingredients
- 3 Cup Pasta
- 2 packs Boursin Cheese
- ½ Cup Red Cherry Tomatoes
- ½ Cup Yellow Cherry Tomatoes
- ½ Cup Orange Cherry Tomatoes
- ½ Cup Grape Cherry Tomatoes
- 2 Tsp Garlic minced
- ½ Cup Spinach
- 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Tbsp Butter
- 1/2 Cup Heavy Cream
- 2 Tsp Peri Peri Seasoning
- ½ Tsp Garlic Powder
- ½ Tsp Onion Powder
- ½ Tsp Dried Oregano
- ½ Tsp Chilli flakes
- 1 Tsp Salt
- 2 Tbsp Parmesan Cheese
- Fresh Basil chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 190°C.
- Start by boiling pasta according to the package instructions in hot water over medium flame until 60% done. Once the pasta is ready, rinse it through tap water to stop the cooking process then drain and set it aside.
- In an oven-safe casserole, arrange tomatoes and add minced garlic. Then put cheese rounds in the center of the tomatoes.
- Pour heavy cream and olive oil over the tomatoes and add butter to the casserole.
- Then sprinkle seasonings over the tomatoes.
- Bake it for 20-25 minutes. Once the tomatoes are done, add pasta and spinach to the casserole and toss them to combine together. Bake it for another 10 minutes and then take it out from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with freshly chopped basil and parmesan cheese then serve it hot and enjoy.
Notes
- The calorie count is based on the single serving of the pasta.
- I used Fig & Balsamic flavor of the Boursin cheese, however, you can choose the flavor as per your choice.
Tips That Will Help
- To avoid the pasta sticking with each other pour a tablespoon of vegetable oil and half a teaspoon of salt in boiling water before adding the pasta.
- You can add leftover grilled chicken, shrimp, or mushrooms to enhance the flavors.
- If you want a runny consistency then reserve some pasta water and add it to the casserole before baking.
- Store the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave before serving.
FAQ’s
What is the substitute for Boursin cheese in the pasta?
If Boursin cheese is not available then you can use a herb flavor cream cheese as a substitute. Or simply take a cream cheese and mix it with garlic, fresh basil, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper for a subtle herby flavor.
Is Boursin cheese vegetarian-friendly?
Yes, the Boursin cheese is vegetarian friendly as it doesn’t contain any animal rennet.
