This creamy Boursin pasta might just become your new weeknight hero! When cherry tomatoes and Boursin cheese melt together in the oven, they create an incredibly rich sauce that coats every bite of pasta with minimal effort on your part.
The combination of sweet, blistered tomatoes with creamy, garlic-herb cheese creates a restaurant-worthy dish that comes together in about 30 minutes. Trust me, you'll want to keep this Boursin pasta recipe in your regular dinner rotation!
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🗝️ Recipe's key points
- Boursin pasta is the type of dish that requires almost zero effort but has maximum flavor - perfect for busy weeknights!
- It's ultra comforting and creamy with a healthy balance of acidity from the tomatoes and richness from the cheese. The Boursin has a garlic-forward flavor and an irresistible creamy texture.
- While this Boursin cheese pasta is ideal for those busy evenings, don't let that stop you from serving it at your next dinner party too!
If you think classic pasta dishes are good for the soul, try this tasty Boursin pasta recipe. One forkful will leave you wanting more. The whole family will love it and it comes together in just 30 minutes!
🛒 Ingredients
This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.
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- Grape or cherry tomatoes - These burst in the oven to create the base of our sauce.
- Extra-virgin olive oil - Use a good quality one since it's a key flavor component.
- Spreadable cheese such as Boursin - Look for the garlic and herb variety in the specialty cheese section. In a pinch, cream cheese mixed with minced garlic and Italian herbs can work.
- Penne pasta - The tubular shape catches all that creamy sauce inside and out, but any medium pasta shape works great here!
- Parmesan cheese - Adds depth and helps thicken the sauce. Pre-grated works fine, but freshly grated melts better.
- Basil leaves - For garnish and fresh flavor.
- Kosher salt and Ground black pepper - These bring everything together!
🗒 Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. Full instructions are in the easy weeknight pasta recipe card at the bottom of the page.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and get a pot of well-salted water boiling for the pasta.
- Toss those cherry tomatoes into a baking dish with olive oil, pepper, and salt until they're nicely coated. Push the tomatoes to the edges and place your Boursin cheese right in the middle.
- Drizzle it with a little more olive oil.
- Pop it in the oven for about 25-30 minutes until the tomatoes are blistered and the cheese has softened and browned on the edges.
- Cook your pasta until al dente (usually about 12 minutes, but check your package). Remember to save some of that starchy pasta water before draining!
- When your tomatoes and cheese are done, add about ¼ cup of pasta water to the baking dish.
- Stir until the cheese has incorporated and created a creamy sauce.
- Add your drained pasta.
- Stir until everything is well-coated.
- Mix in the Parmesan and remaining salt.
- If the sauce seems too thick, add a bit more pasta water until it reaches the perfect consistency.
- Finish with fresh basil and a crack of black pepper and serve right away.
🥫 Storage
Got leftovers? Store your Boursin pasta in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. The sauce may thicken up, so when reheating, add a splash of water or milk to bring back that creamy texture.
This dish is definitely best fresh off the stove, but still tastes great reheated in a pan over low heat or even in the microwave if you're in a hurry.
📚 Variations
- Add protein: Toss in some rotisserie chicken, sautéed shrimp, or crispy bacon for a heartier meal.
- Change your pasta: The sauce works with any shape, but tubes like penne or rigatoni help capture more of that creamy goodness.
- Try different Boursin flavors: Once you've mastered the classic garlic and herb version, experiment with other Boursin varieties like black pepper or shallot and chive.
- Add more veggies: Toss in some spinach or arugula at the end to wilt into the hot pasta, or add asparagus or zucchini to the baking dish.
- Make it spicy: Add red pepper flakes to the tomatoes before roasting for a nice kick.
👩🏻🍳 Tips
- Don't skimp on the pasta water! That starchy liquid is the secret to a silky, restaurant-quality sauce.
- Let those tomatoes really blister in the oven - the more they burst, the more flavor they release.
- The baking dish might look a bit dry when it comes out of the oven, but don't worry! Once you add the pasta water and stir, it transforms into a beautiful sauce.
- This dish comes together quickly at the end, so have everything ready before your pasta finishes cooking.
🤔 FAQs
Absolutely! Garlic & Fine Herbs is classic, but feel free to get creative. Try Shallot & Chive, Cracked Black Pepper, or even the seasonal flavors—each adds a fun twist to the creamy sauce.
Short pasta like penne, rigatoni, rotini, or farfalle is perfect. The sauce sticks to all those little nooks and crannies. But honestly, use whatever you’ve got on hand—it all turns out delicious!
You can prepare the baked tomato and cheese base ahead of time. Just mix it with fresh hot pasta right before serving. This way, you'll get the best creamy texture! Leftovers reheat well with a splash of pasta water or milk to loosen the sauce.
Yes, this pasta is vegetarian-friendly. Just make sure your Boursin cheese and pasta don’t have any animal rennet. Most don’t, but it’s good to check.
Totally! Toss in fresh spinach, roasted garlic, or a handful of sautéed mushrooms. To make it heartier, you can also top it with grilled chicken or shrimp—this recipe is super flexible.
📗 Related Recipes
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🍽 What to serve with 4-Ingredient Boursin Pasta
This simple pasta pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad and garlic cheesy bread. If you're feeling fancy, I love to serve it with roasted zucchini, roasted sugar snap peas, or parmesan roasted broccoli.
For wine lovers, a light Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc complements the creamy, garlic flavors perfectly.
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You’ll need the following items to make this recipe successfully.
- 9x13 baking dish - for roasting tomatoes and creating the sauce
- Large pot - for boiling the pasta
- Colander - for draining the pasta
- Measuring cups and spoons - for accurate measurements
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula - for stirring without scratching your baking dish
- Cheese grater - for the fresh Parmesan
📞 Chiacchierata (chat)
Okay, amici, let me just say — if you haven't tried baking Boursin cheese with sweet little grape tomatoes yet, what are you waiting for?! This dish is creamy, dreamy, and full of flavor without a single drop of cream. Just four ingredients, one baking dish, and dinner's practically ready before you can say, "Mangia!"
Whether you're feeding your family on a busy martedì (Tuesday) or just need something cozy at the end of the day, this Boursin Pasta is the kind of recipe that makes you feel like a genius in the cucina(kitchen). It's comforting, satisfying, and best of all — so easy. Bookmark it, pin it, send it to your pasta-loving cugini (cousins), and trust me...you're going to be making this one on repeat. Buon appetito, sempre (always)!
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📖 Recipe
4-Ingredient Boursin Pasta
Ingredients
- 2 pt. cherry tomatoes
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil divided
- 1 tsp. ground black pepper plus more for garnish
- 1 ½ tsp. kosher salt divided, plus more for pasta water
- 2 5.3-oz. pkg. garlic and herb spreadable cheese (such as Boursin)
- 1 lb. penne pasta
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- While the oven is preheating, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Gather all ingredients.
- Put cherry tomatoes in a 13-by-9-inch baking dish. Drizzle them with 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Sprinkle with lack pepper and 1 teaspoon of salt. Toss to coat.
- Push the tomatoes to the outer edges of the dish, and place the garlic and herb cheese in the center. Drizzle the cheese with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Bake in the oven until the tomatoes are blistered and the cheese has softened for 25 to 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add the pasta to the boiling water and cook until al dente, about 9-11 minutes.
- Drain, reserving ¾-1 cup of the pasta cooking water.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven and add ¼ cup of the pasta water; stir until creamy.
- Add the pasta and stir until well-coated. Stir in Parmesan, the remaining ½ teaspoon salt, and up to ½ cup more pasta water, 2 tablespoons at a time, to reach the desired consistency.
- Garnish with basil and black pepper, and serve immediately.
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