Creamy Boursin Pasta
Creamy Boursin pasta is a quick 20-minute dinner made with garlic herb cheese, linguine, lemon, and a rich silky sauce.
Servings: 6
Calories: 471kcal
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt for pasta water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 shallot minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest optional
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- Fresh Basil chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon kosher salt, then add the linguine and cook according to package directions until al dente. Before draining, scoop out and reserve ½ cup of the pasta cooking water. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shallot and minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the back of your spoon.
- Reduce heat to low. Break the Boursin cheese into chunks and add it to the pan along with the lemon juice and lemon zest if using. Stir gently until the cheese melts completely and the sauce is smooth and creamy. Add the drained linguine directly to the skillet. Toss everything together over low heat for 1 to 2 minutes so the pasta absorbs the sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water and toss again.
- Taste season with salt and black pepper as needed. Remember, the Boursin is already salty, so you might only need a little pinch. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh basil and black pepper if desired.
Notes
Fettuccine, pappardelle, spaghetti, or even short pasta like penne or rigatoni all work great in this recipe.
To make this a more protein filled meal, add 1 pound of cleaned cooked shrimp or precooked chicken to the pasta at the end of cooking.
Nutrition
Calories: 471kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 1295mg | Potassium: 187mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 779IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 1mg