Boursin Cheese Pasta (Printable Version)
# What You Need:
→ Pasta
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12 oz pasta
→ Sauce Base
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5 oz Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese
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½ cup heavy cream
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½ cup reserved pasta water
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2 tablespoons butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Finishing Touches
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¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
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Salt, to taste
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
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In a large pan over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Add the Boursin cheese and stir until fully melted and smooth.
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Slowly add reserved pasta water, stirring to loosen the sauce. Add drained pasta to the pan and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle in black pepper and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir in Parmesan cheese.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed, adjusting consistency with more pasta water if necessary. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
# Additional Notes:
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Reserve pasta water before draining for proper sauce consistency.
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Sauté garlic until fragrant but not burnt to avoid bitter flavor.
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Fresh parsley provides the best flavor and visual appeal.
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Always taste and adjust seasoning before serving.