Description
This Boursin Cheese Baked TikTok Pasta is a creamy, flavorful twist on the viral feta pasta! Made with garlic and herb Boursin cheese, cherry tomatoes, and pasta, this easy one-pan recipe is packed with rich, cheesy goodness. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal!
Ingredients
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- 1 box (5.2 oz) Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs Cheese
- 2 pints cherry or grape tomatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 10 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or fusilli)
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prepare the Dish
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, add cherry tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss to coat.
- Place the Boursin cheese in the center of the dish.
Step 2: Bake the Boursin & Tomatoes
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the tomatoes burst and the cheese is melty.
Step 3: Cook the Pasta
- While the tomatoes are baking, cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
Step 4: Mix Everything Together
- Remove the baking dish from the oven and mash the roasted tomatoes and cheese together.
- Stir in the cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water as needed for a creamy consistency.
- Mix in fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy
- Garnish with extra basil and Parmesan. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Protein Option: Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or crispy pancetta for extra protein.
- Vegetable Boost: Stir in spinach or roasted bell peppers for added nutrition.
- Spicy Version: Add more red pepper flakes or a drizzle of hot honey.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of milk or cream.