Creamy Delight Boursin Pasta Recipe
With just three ingredients and twenty minutes to prepare, this meatless supper of delightfully creamy Boursin cheese pasta is ready! You'll prepare this wonderful weeknight dinner time and time again.
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Servings: 4
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Knife
- Grater
- Measuring Cups
- Plate
Ingredients
- 8�ounces�uncooked penne
- 1�(5.2 ounce/150g) package�Boursin Fine Herbs & Garlic cheese
- 2�cups�(packed) fresh baby spinach
Instructions
- Fill a pot with salted water and bring it to a boil. Cook the pasta until it's al dente, following the package instructions.
- Before draining, reserve about a cup of the pasta water using a Pyrex measuring cup. This step is crucial!
- Drain the pasta and put it back in the pot (off the burner). Add Boursin cheese and a few tablespoons of the saved pasta water.
- Toss with two spoons until you achieve your desired sauce consistency. Gradually add more pasta water if needed.
- Introduce fresh baby spinach to the pasta and continue tossing until everything is evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
- Cover the pot and let it sit for a minute or two, allowing the spinach to wilt and merge flavors with the pasta.
- Finally, serve your delightful Boursin Pasta. If needed, sprinkle some salt and pepper for that extra kick.
Notes
- Serving Size Flexibility: This recipe can serve 2 to 4 people, depending on appetites and what else you're serving. It's adaptable!
- Perfect as a Sidekick: While it's a stellar main dish, this pasta shines as a fantastic side dish too. Pair it up with your favorite mains!
- Melt-in-the-Mouth Magic: Here's the secret: The residual heat from the hot pot, steaming pasta, and pasta water work together like kitchen sorcery. They team up to melt that Boursin cheese, creating a heavenly, creamy sauce. Pure comfort in every bite!