Creamy Boursin Mac and Cheese for Ultimate Comfort Food

Indulge in this Boursin Mac and Cheese, offering creamy comfort food with simple ingredients for quick weeknight meals.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Quick Meals

Cuisine: American

Calories: 600

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

8 oz short pasta such as shells or penne

For the Cheese Sauce

8 oz Boursin cheese
1 cup grated white cheddar cheese freshly grated
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half for lighter version
1 cup milk any type
6 tbsp unsalted butter divided
1/4 cup all-purpose flour

For the Topping

1 cup plain breadcrumbs or use panko for extra crunch

Equipment

large pot
medium saucepan
Colander
Skillet
baking dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Boursin Mac and Cheese

Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes. Drain and reserve a cup of pasta water.
Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan and whisk in flour for 1 minute. Gradually add cream and let it thicken, then stir in Boursin and cheddar until smooth.
Combine the cheese sauce with the drained pasta, adding reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
Melt remaining butter in a skillet and toast breadcrumbs until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer pasta to a greased baking dish, top with breadcrumbs, and bake for 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 25gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 350mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow cream mixture to cool slightly before adding cheese for best texture. Experiment with other cheeses for variations.

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