Baked Tomato Boursin Pasta
This baked tomato Boursin pasta blends roasted cherry tomatoes, herby Boursin cheese, and pasta into a creamy, cozy dish perfect for any night. Simple, satisfying, and made to share.
Equipment
- Oven-safe baking dish
- Pot
- Strainer
- Fork or spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 rounds Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs Cheese
- 1 container cherry tomatoes
- 3-4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp garlic minced
- 0.25-0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes adjust to taste
- 1 pinch salt to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh herbs basil, thyme, or parsley, chopped
- pasta of choice penne or rigatoni recommended
- 0.25 cup pasta water reserved
- Parmesan cheese freshly grated, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.
- In a baking dish, place Boursin rounds in the center. Surround with cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle olive oil over everything, then sprinkle garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and fresh herbs. Toss tomatoes gently to coat.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, until tomatoes are soft and Boursin is melty.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve ¼ cup pasta water before draining.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven. Mash tomatoes and Boursin together into a smooth sauce.
- Add pasta and reserved pasta water to the dish. Toss until coated and glossy.
- Finish with Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs. Serve warm with optional extra olive oil drizzle.
Notes
Try using different Boursin flavors like Shallot & Chive. Add protein like grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier version. Stir in spinach or arugula for extra greens.
Nutrition
Calories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 17gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2.6mg
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