Boursin Tomato Penne
A rich and creamy penne pasta dish featuring Boursin cheese blended with roasted tomatoes, garlic, and herbs for an irresistible, comforting meal.
Equipment
- Large pot
- skillet or saucepan
- Wooden spoon
- colander
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 300 g penne pasta
- 200 g cherry tomatoes halved
- 150 g Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ tsp chili flakes optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan optional
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and cook penne according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook until soft and slightly blistered.
- Stir in chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Lower heat and mix in Boursin cheese until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Add cooked pasta and toss well to coat.
- Garnish with fresh basil and Parmesan before serving warm.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 480
- Protein: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 380mg