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    Home » Recipes » Pasta

    Creamy Boursin Spaghetti

    Published: May 16, 2024 · Modified: Sep 26, 2024 by Beth Sachs · 10 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This creamy Boursin spaghetti recipe with crispy bacon is quick and easy to make—perfect for busy weeknights!

    Serve the Boursin pasta with roasted Tenderstem broccoli and homemade focaccia for a filling and hearty meal the whole family will love!

    A pan of creamy Boursin pasta with bacon.

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    We're all huge fans of Garlic and Herb Boursin soft cheese around here, and I've recently discovered that it's not only delicious on crackers, but it also makes an excellent creamy pasta sauce!

    If you're a Boursin fan like me, you're definitely going to want to try this amazing pasta recipe!

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    • ✔️ Why should you try it?
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • Top Tips
    • 🍴 Serving suggestions
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🥡 Storage
    • ❓ FAQS
    • 😋Related recipes
    • Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ✔️ Why should you try it?

    1. The recipe can be made in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for a quick weekday dinner or a last-minute meal.
    2. It's a versatile recipe that can be customised to your liking. You can add in vegetables, chicken, salmon, or use a different type of pasta.
    3. An affordable meal that can be made with just a few simple ingredients and is a great option for those on a tight budget.

    Absolutely amazing so quick to put together 😋 all my favourites in one dish.

    - Val

    🥘 Ingredients

    Ingredients for boursin pasta.

    Garlic and Herb Boursin Cheese - the star ingredient of this recipe, providing a rich, creamy base for the pasta sauce. The cheese is made from a blend of fresh cream, garlic, and herbs, giving it a distinct and delicious flavour. Boursin cheese is also known for its smooth and spreadable texture, which makes it perfect for melting and creating a creamy pasta sauce.

    Smoked Bacon - adds a savoury and smoky flavour to the dish, which complements the creamy Boursin sauce nicely.

    Garlic - a staple ingredient in many pasta recipes and adds loads of flavour to the dish.

    Parsley - used as a garnish to add a pop of colour and freshness to the dish.

    Italian Hard Cheese - Parmesan or Grana Padano is used to add a nutty and salty flavour to the dish.

    🔪 Instructions

    The recipe card with ingredient quantities and detailed instructions can be found at the bottom of the post

    One: Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.

    Two: Meanwhile, in a frying pan, fry the chopped smoked bacon and the chopped garlic in a little olive oil for a few minutes until the bacon is cooked and crisp.

    Three Add the Boursin cheese and half the cup of reserved pasta cooking water and stir with a wooden spoon to combine.

    Four: Keep adding more water until you reach your desired sauce consistency. It's best to do this slowly so you don't make the sauce too thin.

    Five Incorporate the cooked pasta into the sauce, followed by the chopped parsley and grated hard cheese.

    Step by step photo instructions for making Boursin Pasta.

    Top Tips

    • Use a large pot of salted water to boil your pasta. The salted water adds lots of flavour.
    • Reserve some of the starchy pasta water before draining the pasta. This water is useful for thinning out the sauce and making it smoother.
    • Sprinkle some red pepper flakes over the top of the pasta before serving for a delicious spicy kick. Alternatively, you could add some freshly cracked black pepper or chopped fresh herbs like basil or oregano.

    🍴 Serving suggestions

    Serve the boursin pasta with a peppery rocket salad or green vegetables such as roasted tenderstem broccoli or air fryer asparagus.

    For something a bit more substantial, serve with garlic butter chicken strips and pesto focaccia!

    📖 Variations

    • To make the dish vegetarian, simply leave out the bacon and add chopped sun-dried tomatoes, sliced mushrooms, and toasted pine nuts. This will add some extra flavour and texture to the dish while also making it more filling.
    • For a healthier version, you can add a handful of peas, sweetcorn, or baby spinach to the dish.
    • For an extra pop of flavour, you can add a finely chopped red onion and cook it with the garlic. This will add some sweetness to the dish.
    • Swap the Boursin cheese for soft creamy goat cheese or soft blue cheese.
    • For a more substantial meal, you can add leftover roast chicken, prawns, or air fryer salmon to the dish. This will add some extra protein and make the dish more filling.
    A bowl of Boursin pasta.

    🥡 Storage

    Boursin pasta is best served hot, straight from the hob. It's a perfect dish for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or for a casual lunch with friends. Once the dish is prepared simply divide it into individual portions and garnish it with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

    Store - leftover Boursin pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. However, the texture of the pasta may change and the sauce may dry out slightly after being refrigerated. To reheat, add a splash of milk or cream to the pasta and reheat in the microwave or on the hob until heated through.

    Freeze - if you plan on storing the pasta for longer than a few days, you can freeze it. Portion the pasta into freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 2-3 months. To reheat, defrost the pasta in the fridge overnight, then reheat it in the microwave or on the hob as described above.

    ❓ FAQS

    Can you eat Boursin when pregnant?

    Boursin cheeses are made with pasteurised milk and are therefore safe to eat during pregnancy.

    Can you heat up Boursin cheese?

    Its soft texture means it melts really easily and is perfect for creating creamy sauces.

    How long does Boursin cheese last in the fridge?

    Once opened, Boursin cheese will last for up to two weeks in the fridge.

    Can I use a different type of cheese instead of Boursin cheese?

    While Boursin cheese is traditional in this recipe, you can use any creamy cheese you like, such as cream cheese, soft goats cheese, or ricotta cheese. Just keep in mind that using a different cheese may alter the flavour of the dish.

    Can I use a different type of pasta for this recipe?

    Yes, you can use any type of pasta you prefer for this recipe. Spaghetti, fettuccine, penne, or even gnocchi would work well.

    How can I make this recipe healthier?

    To make this recipe healthier, you can use whole wheat pasta instead of regular pasta, and add more veggies to the dish, such as peas, spinach, or mushrooms.

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    5 from 12 votes

    Creamy Boursin Spaghetti

    Quick and ridiculously easy, this creamy Boursin Spagehtti with crispy smoked bacon is the perfect pasta recipe to make on busy weeknights!
    Course Pasta
    Cuisine British
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time 15 minutes minutes
    Servings 2
    Calories 979kcal
    Author Beth Sachs
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    Equipment

    • Chopping Board
    • Knife
    • Pasta Pan
    • Cheese Grater
    • Frying Pan
    • Wooden Spoon

    Ingredients

    Metric - US Customary
    • 200 g Pasta of your choice
    • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
    • 4 Smoked Bacon Rashers chopped
    • 1 Garlic Clove peeled and chopped
    • 150 g Garlic and Herb Boursin Cheese
    • 50 g Grana Padano grated (or use Parmesan)
    • 2 tablespoon Parsley finely chopped

    Instructions

    • Bring a pan of salted water to the boil and cook the pasta according to packet instructions. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
      200 g Pasta
    • Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a frying pan and cook the bacon and garlic on a medium heat, until the bacon is cooked.
      1 tablespoon Olive Oil, 4 Smoked Bacon Rashers, 1 Garlic Clove
    • Add the Boursin cheese and half of the reserved cooking water to the bacon mix and stir until the Boursin is melted. Add more water until you get the consistency of sauce you like.
      150 g Garlic and Herb Boursin Cheese
    • Stir in the drained pasta and mix to coat the pasta in the sauce.
    • Add the grated grana padano (or Parmesan) and freshly chopped parsley, season and serve.
      50 g Grana Padano, 2 tablespoon Parsley

    Notes

    Nutrition: The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
     
    Nutrition Facts
    Creamy Boursin Spaghetti
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    979
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    59
    g
    91
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    32
    g
    200
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    1
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    208
    mg
    69
    %
    Sodium
     
    1181
    mg
    51
    %
    Potassium
     
    382
    mg
    11
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    76
    g
    25
    %
    Fiber
     
    3
    g
    13
    %
    Sugar
     
    5
    g
    6
    %
    Protein
     
    34
    g
    68
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    1386
    IU
    28
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    6
    mg
    7
    %
    Calcium
     
    393
    mg
    39
    %
    Iron
     
    3
    mg
    17
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Jess

      February 24, 2021 at 1:20 pm

      5 stars
      You had me at Bacon!!

      Reply
    2. Ashley

      February 25, 2021 at 8:02 pm

      5 stars
      I don't even like pasta and this was amazing!!! I love Boursin cheese, so anything with it calls to me like Moana calls the sea.

      Reply
    3. Biana

      February 25, 2021 at 8:25 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! Creamy pasta with bacon sounds like something I am going to make very soon. Thank you for the recipe.

      Reply
    4. Kechi

      February 25, 2021 at 9:52 pm

      5 stars
      This pasta recipe looks and sounds flavorful; I want the sauce, and everything. What a delightful dish, thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    5. Claudia Lamascolo

      February 25, 2021 at 10:44 pm

      5 stars
      We love bacon the family will love this dish!

      Reply
    6. Sara Welch

      February 25, 2021 at 11:01 pm

      5 stars
      Enjoyed this easy and delicious recipe for dinner last night and it did not disappoint! A quick recipe that is great for busy weeknights, indeed!

      Reply
    7. Paula J

      February 26, 2021 at 9:02 pm

      will try this for a change, i usually do it with stilton and creme fraise

      Reply
    8. Lesley

      March 12, 2021 at 8:59 am

      5 stars
      Delicious and simple, unfortunately does nothing to control cholesterol !!

      Reply
    9. Val

      March 30, 2021 at 5:37 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely amazing so quick to put together 😋 all my favourites in one dish

      Reply
    10. Julie

      April 02, 2025 at 3:11 am

      5 stars
      This was delicious 😋 I added mushrooms
      Quick easy meal !

      Reply
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