Baked Boursin Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes and Spinach Recipe
This Baked Boursin Pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish combining roasted cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, and creamy Boursin cheese baked to perfection and mixed with tender pasta. It’s an easy-to-make, comforting meal that bursts with fresh herbs and melted cheese, perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Ingredients
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Vegetables and Herbs
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chives, chopped
- 1/4 cup basil, chopped
Cheese and Dairy
- 2 packages Boursin Cheese
- 1/4 cup Parmesan, shredded
Pantry Items
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 pound pasta, cooked
- 1 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the vegetables and cheese.
- Prepare Baking Dish: In a 9 x 13 inch baking dish, combine the baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped chives, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together to coat evenly, then make a well in the center of the dish and add the Boursin cheeses there.
- Bake Vegetables and Cheese: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cherry tomatoes start to burst and the Boursin cheese begins to melt and become creamy.
- Cook Pasta: Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package directions. Before draining, reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the pasta thoroughly.
- Mix Baked Mixture: Take the baking dish out of the oven and stir the tomatoes, spinach, melted Boursin, and herbs together until fully combined and creamy.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta into the baking dish and stir well to thoroughly coat the pasta with the baked mixture. Use the reserved pasta water sparingly to adjust the sauce consistency to your liking.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the dish with freshly shredded Parmesan cheese and chopped basil to finish. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious baked Boursin pasta!
- Enjoy: Dig in and savor the creamy, flavorful pasta that combines roasted veggies with melting cheese and fresh herbs for a mouthwatering dinner.
Notes
- Reserve pasta water to thin the sauce as needed for a creamy texture.
- Use fresh herbs such as chives and basil for best flavor.
- You can substitute spinach with kale or arugula if preferred.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pasta.
- This recipe is best served immediately after baking for optimal creaminess and flavor.
Keywords: Baked Boursin Pasta, creamy pasta, roasted cherry tomatoes, spinach pasta, baked cheese pasta, easy dinner, weeknight meal
