Boursin Cheese Pasta with Broccoli
Boursin cheese pasta with broccoli is a creamy, flavorful dish that combines tender pasta, vibrant broccoli, and rich, herbed Boursin cheese for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta penne, fusilli, or your choice
- 1 head broccoli cut into small florets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 package 5.2 oz Boursin garlic and herb cheese
- 1/2 cup pasta water reserved
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish optional
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions, adding broccoli florets during the last 3 minutes of cooking.
- Drain pasta and broccoli, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- In the same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Reduce heat to low, add the Boursin cheese and reserved pasta water, stirring until a creamy sauce forms.
- Add pasta and broccoli back into the pot and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm, garnished with Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta as desired.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a protein boost.
- Boursin cheese melts best at low heat—avoid boiling the sauce.