Boursin Cheese Baked Pasta
Indulge in the creamy, dreamy delight of Boursin Cheese Baked Pasta—your new favorite comfort food! This dish combines al dente pasta with rich Boursin cheese, heavy cream, and fresh spinach, all topped with a golden layer of Parmesan. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends while filling your home with an irresistible aroma.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup Boursin cheese (garlic & herb)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish with olive oil.
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add spinach and cook for about two minutes until wilted.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, wilted spinach, Boursin cheese, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, mix in sautéed mushrooms or broccoli. Substitute Boursin with ricotta or cream cheese for different flavor profiles. Can be prepared ahead of time; refrigerate before baking and increase baking time slightly.