This is the Boursin pasta Tiktok told me about! Boursin cheese and tomato pasta is so easy, with a creamy Boursin pasta sauce made right in the pan!
Boursin Cheese and Tomato Pasta
I just saw this variation on the viral garlic tomato pasta trend from last year and I knew I had to try it! It’s just like the feta version — cherry tomatoes, garlic, cheese, and lots of fresh basil. But this time, instead of baked feta pasta, we’re making a baked Boursin pasta recipe!
It’s as easy as it looks — just load your fresh tomatoes, garlic, and onions in a baking pan and bake it all until it’s soft, caramelized, and full of flavor, then stir in your favorite pasta!
What kind of cheese is Boursin made from?
Boursin cheese is a type of authentic Gournay cheese that comes in a signature foil wrapper, created in 1957 by François Boursin. His fine herbs cheese spreads were based on the French dish fromage frais, wherein party guests would combine fresh cheeses with blends of herbs.
You’ll find that this sophisticated bite-sized delight tastes so amazing on its own, and even better in this Boursin cheese baked pasta! You could even swap it for the mascarpone in my Southern Baked Mac and Cheese! And if you love cheesy recipes, you’ll want to check out my Cottage Cheese Alfredo!
What is Boursin cheese made of?
The Garlic and Fine Herbs variety of Boursin cheese spread is a cow’s milk cheese made with milk, cream, garlic, salt, pepper, parsley and chives. It has a texture similar to cream cheese — soft at room temperature, and its delicious blend of delicate garlic, along with mild chives and fragrant parsley makes it the perfect appetizer to spread on your favorite cracker or as part of a cheese board!
Boursin Pasta Bake Ingredients
- cherry tomatoes – I picked up a great haul for the farmer’s market and I knew I had to try this recipe! The sweetness of fresh tomatoes is the perfect complement to the Boursin cheese. You can use cherry or grape tomatoes, or even cut larger tomatoes into smaller pieces.
- red onion – The roasted red onion in this recipe adds a great flavor and crunch, and a sweetness that balances out the tomatoes so well. You can also add in some other fresh veggies that you enjoy like mushrooms or zucchini.
- garlic – I love how delicious the garlic gets as it roasts in the olive oil! So good!
- Boursin cheese – any variety of Boursin would be the perfect cheese for this recipe, including their dairy-free variety! The creamy texture melts into a sauce that tastes amazing in this pasta dish!
- red pepper flakes – I love to add a spicy touch to my savory recipes, so we’ll use a little crushed red pepper. If you prefer not to use it, you can just leave it out!
- extra-virgin olive oil – we’re using extra-virgin olive oil to roast our tomatoes and also to help bring the sauce together!
- fresh basil – once it’s out of the oven, we’ll toss some basil in and it adds so much flavor. I love fresh herbs to finish off pasta recipes!
- salt & pepper – we’ll season our baked Boursin pasta sauce with a little salt and cracked pepper.
- cooked pasta – I typically cook with gluten-free chickpea pasta, so that’s what I used, but you can use your favorite pasta!
- parmesan cheese – it’s optional, but I like to add a bit of grated parmesan to finish off this Boursin cheese pasta!
What can I substitute for Boursin cheese?
If you’re looking for a dairy-free alternative to Boursin to make this recipe dairy free, you’re in luck! Boursin now has a dairy-free variety that’s available in stores and on Amazon. Otherwise, if you can’t get your hands on Boursin, you can opt for a flavored goat cheese.
Does Boursin cheese melt well?
Yes it does! It’s got a slightly crumbly consistency, so it doesn’t melt down completely, but it gets very soft and creamy, perfect spreading on this Boursin cheese pasta!
Where is Boursin cheese in the grocery store?
Boursin is often located near other specialty cheese area, near the deli or bakery section. But it may also be in the dairy case with other packaged soft cheese. You can also find it online at Amazon!
What’s the Best Boursin Cheese for this Recipe?
I’ve tried this recipe with the Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs and Cracked Black Pepper varieties of Boursin, and I prefer it the savory herbs version. But honestly, and kind of Boursin you can get your hands on would work well — the creamy texture and delicious flavors are perfect in the Boursin Baked Pasta! I especially want to try it with the Shallot & Chive variety!
I hope you enjoy this baked Boursin pasta TikTok made me try — and also try my Baked Goat Cheese Pasta recipe, or to add a protein, check out this Texas Roadhouse Chicken! Let me know in the comments below how you liked it!
