Boursin Mac & Cheese Recipe
Introduction
Boursin Mac Cheese is a creamy and flavorful twist on the classic comfort dish. Using Garlic & Herb Boursin cheese adds a rich, garlicky note that melts beautifully into a smooth sauce. This recipe is quick and perfect for an indulgent weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- Kosher salt
- 12 oz. fusilli corti bucati or other short pasta
- 1 (12-oz.) can evaporated milk (1½ cups)
- 2 (5.3-oz.) packages Garlic & Herb Boursin cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta, stirring occasionally, until al dente according to package directions. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta cooking water before draining the pasta.
- Step 2: In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, bring the evaporated milk to a simmer. Add the Garlic & Herb Boursin cheese and stir until fully melted and combined, about 3 minutes.
- Step 3: Continue cooking the sauce at a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and turns glossy, another 2 to 3 minutes. Season the sauce with ½ teaspoon kosher salt.
- Step 4: Add the cooked pasta to the sauce along with a splash of the reserved pasta water. Cook over medium-low heat, gently stirring and adding more pasta water as needed, until the sauce coats the pasta evenly. Taste and adjust salt if necessary.
Tips & Variations
- If you prefer a thinner sauce, add more pasta water gradually until you reach your desired consistency.
- Swap fusilli for other short pasta shapes like penne or rotini for variation in texture.
- Add cooked vegetables like peas or spinach for extra color and nutrition.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of milk or pasta water to loosen the sauce if it thickens too much.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use a different type of cheese instead of Boursin?
Yes, you can substitute with cream cheese combined with garlic and herbs, but Boursin provides the best flavor and melt quality for this recipe.
Is evaporated milk necessary or can I use regular milk?
Evaporated milk gives the sauce a creamier, richer texture. You can use regular milk, but the sauce may be thinner and less velvety.
PrintBoursin Mac & Cheese Recipe
This creamy and flavorful Boursin Mac Cheese features tender fusilli pasta enveloped in a luscious garlic and herb Boursin cheese sauce. The sauce is created by melting Boursin into simmering evaporated milk, resulting in a rich, glossy texture that perfectly coats the pasta for an indulgent yet easy-to-make comfort dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Kosher salt, to taste
- 12 oz fusilli corti bucati or other short pasta
- 1 (12-oz.) can evaporated milk (1½ cups)
- 2 (5.3-oz.) packages Garlic & Herb Boursin cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the fusilli pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente according to the package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta thoroughly.
- Prepare the cheese sauce: While the pasta cooks, heat a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Pour in the evaporated milk and bring it to a gentle simmer. Add the two packages of Garlic & Herb Boursin cheese to the milk. Stir continuously until the cheese has completely melted and blended into the milk, creating a smooth sauce – this should take about 3 minutes.
- Thicken the sauce: Return the sauce to a gentle simmer and continue to cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and develops a glossy sheen. Season the sauce with ½ teaspoon kosher salt at this stage to enhance flavor.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add the drained pasta into the cheese sauce along with a splash of the reserved pasta water. Gently stir over medium-low heat, adding more pasta water as needed, until the sauce nicely coats the pasta. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional kosher salt if necessary.
Notes
- Reserve pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency and ensure it clings well to the pasta.
- Use fusilli or other short pasta shapes that hold sauce well, like penne or rotini.
- The evaporated milk provides creaminess with less fat than heavy cream.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the sauce at its creamiest texture.
- This recipe can be customized by adding sautéed vegetables or cooked bacon for extra flavor.
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