Boursin Cheese Baked Pasta: Comfort Food in Every Bite

A creamy and comforting Boursin Cheese Baked Pasta dish perfect for weeknights or gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 500

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

12 oz Rigatoni Pasta Substitute with Penne or Ziti if desired.

For the Cheese Mixture

8 oz Boursin Cheese (Garlic & Fine Herbs) Try Shallot & Chive for a twist.
1 cup Heavy Cream Use half-and-half for a lighter alternative.

For Flavor

3 cloves Garlic Minced garlic works best.
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Substitute with Roma or vine tomatoes if needed.
2 tbsp Olive Oil Opt for high-quality extra virgin.

For the Topping

1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated is best.
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or Basil Added just before serving.

Equipment

Medium baking dish
Large pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather all your ingredients.
Cook the rigatoni until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water.
In a medium baking dish, combine Boursin cheese, halved cherry tomatoes, and minced garlic. Drizzle with olive oil.
Roast for 20 minutes until the cheese softens and tomatoes blister.
Stir the roasted mixture and add heavy cream. Optionally mix in reserved pasta water.
Combine the cooked rigatoni with the creamy mixture.
Top with Parmesan cheese and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
Garnish with parsley or basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is ideal for family gatherings and can be customized with various vegetables or proteins.

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