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Boursin Mac and Cheese

Creamy Boursin Mac and Cheese for Quick Comfort Food Bliss

Creamy Boursin Mac and Cheese is a delightful twist on a classic dish, offering rich flavors in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Short Pasta (macaroni, shells, or penne)
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 8 ounces Boursin Cheese Substitute with similar cream cheese-based herb cheese if needed.
  • 1 cup Grated White Cheddar Cheese Feel free to swap for mild cheddar or mozzarella.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For lighter option, use half-and-half or milk.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Adjust amount based on desired consistency.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Salted butter can be used if unsalted is unavailable.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour is a fantastic substitute.
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Plain Breadcrumbs Panko breadcrumbs can be used for extra texture.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Skillet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add short pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 7-9 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water.
  2. In the same pot, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat until bubbly. Whisk in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour, cooking for about 1 minute to form a roux.
  3. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring continuously to avoid lumps; cook until thickened, around 2-3 minutes.
  4. Remove the pot from heat and stir in 8 ounces of Boursin cheese and 1 cup of grated white cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water or a splash of milk if needed.
  5. Fold the cooked pasta into the cheese sauce, mixing gently to coat each piece in the creamy sauce.
  6. In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs and toast until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Transfer Boursin Mac and Cheese to a serving dish, top with toasted breadcrumbs, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize Boursin Mac and Cheese with your favorite veggies or proteins for added nutrition.

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