Description
Creamy Rigatoni with Boursin Cheese is a comforting pasta dish that brings together the creamy richness of herbed Boursin cheese and perfectly cooked rigatoni. This simple yet indulgent recipe creates a velvety sauce that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With just a few ingredients, you’ll have a delicious meal ready in no time, delighting your family and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 8 oz Boursin cheese
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream and Boursin cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet, mixing well to coat with sauce. If too thick, add reserved pasta water gradually.
- Stir in grated Parmesan and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan or herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg