There's no denying it: Boursin Cheese is having a moment this summer, and it’s all thanks to TikTok. Videos of home cooks making baked Boursin Lemon Pasta have amassed millions of views on the social media app, with many creators praising the dish for its one-pot simplicity and fresh flavors.
Boursin, which is the brand name for a French style of cheese called Gournay cheese, is known for its creamy texture and garlicky flavor. It hails from Northern France, where it first gained popularity in the early '60s. Today, Boursin is a household name, and its versatility has made it a popular choice among cooks and creators on social media. Now the cheese is behind a viral pasta trend that calls to mind another baked cheese pasta that we still make to this day.
How To Make Baked Boursin Lemon Pasta
The Lemon Boursin Pasta is simple to make, and requires only a handful of ingredients. Start with a package of Boursin Garlic and Fine Herbs Cheese, a few lemons, a head of garlic, a shallot, and some pasta (we recommend paccheri or rotini.) Pull some dried oregano, black pepper, and olive oil from your pantry and you’re ready to go.
You’ll want to cook your pasta according to the package instructions, until al dente. While it’s cooking, all of the other ingredients go into a baking dish and bake for about 30 minutes. When the roasted lemon-and-cheese goodness is ready, simply squeeze and discard the lemons and mix everything together to form the easiest cheesy pasta sauce ever. Then it's as easy as tossing your cooked pasta in the sauce and serving.
Editorial contributions by Terri Peters
Ingredients
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1 5.2 ounce package of Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs Cheese
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1 head of garlic
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1 lemon, halved
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1 medium shallot, peeled and sliced
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1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 pound dried pasta of your choice, cooked according to package instructions
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lemon zest and crushed red pepper flakes for garnish
Directions
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Gather all ingredients. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
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Unwrap the Boursin cheese and place it in the center of an 8x8-inch baking dish.
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Cut the top off the garlic to expose the cloves and place in the dish, clove-side-up. Add the lemon halves, face down, and shallot to the dish. Sprinkle with black pepper and oregano and drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 30 minutes.
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Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes. Using your hands or a handheld lemon press, squeeze the juice from the roasted lemon halves into the dish, taking care not to get any seeds in the dish. Squeeze the roasted garlic head to release the cloves into the dish.
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Mix all of the contents of the baking dish together until a smooth, creamy sauce forms.
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Add the cooked pasta to the baking dish and stir to coat.
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Serve topped with fresh lemon zest and crushed red pepper flakes, if desired.
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
467 | Calories |
12g | Fat |
77g | Carbs |
18g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 467 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 12g | 15% |
Saturated Fat 5g | 25% |
Cholesterol 23mg | 8% |
Sodium 165mg | 7% |
Total Carbohydrate 77g | 28% |
Dietary Fiber 7g | 25% |
Total Sugars 9g | |
Protein 18g | 35% |
Vitamin C 76mg | 84% |
Calcium 243mg | 19% |
Iron 4mg | 21% |
Potassium 488mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.