Boursin Cheese Pasta with Broccoli
Boursin Cheese Pasta with Broccoli is a comfort food delight that brings together creamy Boursin cheese, al dente pasta, and vibrant broccoli for a dish that feels like a warm hug. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this flavorful recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress. With its rich textures and savory taste, every mouthful promises satisfaction and joy. Dive into this easy-to-make pasta dish that combines simplicity with gourmet flair.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American/Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 5 oz Boursin cheese (any variety)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. During the last 2 minutes, add the broccoli florets. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Reduce heat to low, add the drained pasta and broccoli to the skillet, stirring to combine.
- Stir in Boursin cheese, adding reserved pasta water gradually until desired creaminess is reached.
- Serve hot, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 479
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 531mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 41mg