Boursin Pasta with Spinach
A creamy and easy pasta dish featuring Boursin cheese and fresh spinach, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz Pasta (penne, rotini, farfalle, or spaghetti)
- 8 oz Boursin cheese (garlic and fine herbs) Classic choice for this recipe.
- 4 cups Fresh spinach Baby spinach is easiest.
- 1-2 cloves Garlic (optional) Add more if desired.
- 2 tbsp Olive oil or butter For the pan.
- 1 cup Pasta water Reserve before draining pasta.
- 1/4 cup Parmesan (optional) For extra flavor.
- to taste Salt and black pepper Taste as you go.
- 1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional) If you like a little heat.
- optional Add-ins like cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, or cooked chicken For a heartier dish.
Instructions
Cooking
- Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente. Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a large pan, heat a splash of olive oil or a small knob of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Lower the heat and add the Boursin cheese along with a few splashes of the reserved pasta water. Stir until it turns into a creamy sauce, adding more pasta water as needed.
- Add spinach in handfuls, stirring until wilted and bright green.
- Stir in the drained pasta, ensuring every piece is coated. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, parmesan, and red pepper flakes, adding more pasta water if needed to achieve desired consistency.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3 days. Reheat gently with a little water or milk to regain creaminess. For meal prep, cook the pasta just under al dente to ensure it holds up better for leftovers.