Boursin Cheese Pasta

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Once you try my Boursin cheese pasta recipe, it’ll become a staple for busy weeknights! It features al dente pasta with cherry tomatoes, creamy Boursin cheese, and fresh basil. It’s ready in under 30 minutes.

Need more viral pasta recipes? Try my Gigi Hadid pasta, healthy one-pot pasta, cottage cheese Alfredo, and pastina next.

boursin cheese pasta.

In my house, we have pasta at least once or twice a week because it’s easy, versatile, and you can’t really mess it up…especially when there’s cheese involved. 

Officially a TikTok recipe, I’ll admit I was hesitant to make the viral Boursin pasta recipe at first. But after one bite, I was officially hooked.

What is Boursin cheese?

Boursin is a brand of French Gournay cheese (like all good cheeses, right?). It is a creamy, crumbly cheese with a texture akin to cream cheese. It comes in various flavors, and recently, it’s been paired with cherry tomatoes and pasta to make a creamy sauce.

Table of Contents
  1. Why I love this recipe
  2. Ingredients needed
  3. How to make Boursin cheese pasta
  4. Arman’s recipe tips
  5. Storage instructions
  6. Frequently asked questions
  7. More of my favorite weeknight dinners
  8. Boursin Cheese Pasta (Recipe Card)

Why I love this recipe

  • Easy. With minimal prep time and no complicated techniques, this recipe is beginner-friendly.
  • Make ahead. Boursin pasta makes for delicious leftovers. I highly suggest making a double batch so you can save it throughout the week. 
  • Quick and delicious. You’ll be surprised at the depth of flavor you can achieve with such a speedy recipe (under 30 minutes!).
  • Fancy yet simple. Guests will think you went above and beyond, but only you will know just how low-effort it was.
boursin cheese pasta on a plate.

Ingredients needed

  • Boursin cheese. I prefer the garlic and herbs Boursin cheese, but you can buy whichever flavor you prefer. 
  • Cherry tomatoes. For sweetness, flavor, and color. I bought a mixed container with red, yellow, and orange tomatoes. 
  • Extra virgin olive oil. To roast the tomatoes and garlic.
  • Garlic. Use freshly minced garlic cloves. If you don’t have fresh garlic, substitute it with garlic powder.
  • Red pepper flakes. For the heat.
  • Pasta. I love using farfalle, penne, rigatoni, shell, or fusilli for this recipe.
  • Salt and black pepper. To taste.
  • Pasta cooking water. Reserve some water before draining your pasta to adjust the consistency of the sauce.
  • Parmesan. Buy a wedge of aged parmesan cheese for maximum flavor.
  • Basil leaves. For garnish. Fresh parsley also works. 

How to make Boursin cheese pasta

I’ve included step-by-step photos below to make this recipe easy to follow at home. For the full printable recipe instructions and ingredient quantities, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

tomatoes and boursin cheese in a pot.

Step 1- Assemble. Arrange the tomatoes in an even layer in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and garlic. Place the Boursin cheese on top. 

baked tomatoes and boursin cheese in a pot.

Step 2- Bake for 20 minutes. 

cooked pasta.

Step 3- Make the pasta (while the sauce bakes). Set a pot of water over medium high heat and boil the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain the pasta and reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking water.

cooked pasta with boursin cheese sauce.

Step 4- Combine. Remove the baking dish from the oven and stir the tomatoes and cheese together. Add the cooked pasta and reserved pasta water and toss to combine. Fold in the parmesan cheese and basil. 

Arman’s recipe tips

  • Add the water a little at a time. Just until it reaches your desired consistency. 
  • Make a smooth sauce. For a silky smooth sauce, blend the baked cheese and tomato mixture with pasta water before folding in the pasta. 
  • Make it vegan. Believe it or not, Boursin now offers a vegan version! Use this and swap the parmesan for nutritional yeast. 
  • Or gluten-free. Use gluten-free pasta noodles.
  • Use different cheese. The original TikTok pasta was made using Feta cheese instead of Boursin, so give that a try! 
  • Add more veggies. You can add olives, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, peas, or broccoli.

What to serve with this recipe

The good news is there are no wrong answers when it comes to what to serve with Boursin pasta. Here are some ideas to get you started:

Storage instructions

To store: Leftover pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. 

To freeze: Allow the pasta to cool completely, then freeze it in freezer-safe containers for up to three months. 

Reheat: Microwave in 30-second intervals or warm in a pan with a splash of milk.

boursin pasta in a bowl.

Frequently asked questions

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes, if you’d like to prep this in advance, make the pasta and cheese sauce as instructed. Fold the two together, then store it, covered in the fridge for 1-2 days. Let it come to room temperature for 15 minutes before baking until warm. 

What flavor of Boursin should I use to make pasta sauce?

I prefer either the plain or garlic and herb flavor, but any of them will be fine.

More of my favorite weeknight dinners

boursin cheese pasta recipe.

Boursin Cheese Pasta

5 from 16 votes
Once you try my Boursin cheese pasta recipe, it’ll become a staple for busy weeknights! It features al dente pasta with cherry tomatoes, creamy Boursin cheese, and fresh basil. Watch the video below to see how I make it in my kitchen.
Servings: 4 servings
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 25 minutes

Video

Ingredients  

  • 5 1/2 ounces Boursin cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 cups pasta uncooked
  • 1/4 cup water pasta cooking water
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup basil chopped

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 200C/400F.
  • In a medium casserole dish, place the cherry tomatoes and spread out in an even layer. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and garlic.
  • Place the Boursin cheese on top of the tomatoes and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Cook the pasta as per the package instructions, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking water.
  • Remove the dish from the oven and gently stir the tomatoes and cheese together. Add the pasta and pasta cooking water and mix until combined. Fold through the parmesan cheese and basil and serve immediately.

Notes

TO STORE: Leftover pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. 
TO FREEZE: Allow the pasta to cool completely, then freeze it in freezer-safe containers for up to three months. 
REHEATING: Microwave in 30-second intervals or warm in a pan with a splash of milk.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 414kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 12gFat: 29gSodium: 1037mgPotassium: 223mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 928IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 198mgIron: 1mgNET CARBS: 26g
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Author: Arman Liew
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Originally published July 2023, updated and republished August 2024

Arman Liew

I’m a two time cookbook author, photographer, and writer, and passionate about creating easy and healthier recipes. I believe you don’t need to be experienced in the kitchen to make good food using simple ingredients that most importantly, taste delicious.

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  1. 5 stars
    This was easy & amazing ! I used the Basil & Chive Boursin & served it w fresh Basil leaves as suggested
    I used premium Cherry Tomatoes & I didn’t use any Garlic or Parm cheese ~ there’s enough flavour already
    I did have to reduce the baking temp as I found the bake was starting to burn
    Next time I will add in Chicken 🙂