This is the Boursin pasta Tiktok told me about! Boursin cheese and tomato pasta is so easy, with a creamy Boursin pasta sauce made right in the pan!
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And if you like this Boursin pasta bake, you'll love my Lemon Shrimp Pasta with Kale, Chicken Macaroni Salad, and my Pear Puff Pastry Tart with Caramelized Onion and Blue Cheese!
Boursin Cheese and Tomato Pasta
I just saw this variation on the viral garlic tomato pasta trend from last year and I knew I had to try it! It's just like the feta version -- cherry tomatoes, garlic, cheese, and lots of fresh basil. But this time, instead of baked feta pasta, we're making a baked Boursin pasta recipe! This Boursin cheese pasta recipe with tomatoes and basil is a game changer!
It's as easy as it looks -- just load your garlic & herbs Boursin cheese, fresh tomatoes, garlic, and onions in a 9x13 baking dish and bake it all until it's soft, caramelized, and full of flavor, then stir in your favorite pasta! You can also mix in some spinach into the creamy sauce at the end to wilt, and add fresh parsley as a garnish. It's the perfect easy meal for a busy weeknight!
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- Does Boursin cheese melt well?
- Where is Boursin cheese in the grocery store?
- What’s the Best Boursin Cheese for this Recipe?
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What kind of cheese is Boursin made from?
Boursin cheese is a type of authentic Gournay cheese that comes in a signature foil wrapper, created in 1957 by François Boursin. His fine herbs cheese spreads were based on the French dish fromage frais, wherein party guests would combine fresh cheeses with blends of herbs.
You'll find that this sophisticated bite-sized delight tastes so amazing on its own, and even better in this Boursin cheese baked pasta! You could even swap it for the mascarpone in my Southern Baked Mac and Cheese! And if you love cheesy recipes, you'll want to check out my Cottage Cheese Alfredo!
What is Boursin cheese made of?
The Garlic and Fine Herbs variety of Boursin cheese spread is a cow's milk cheese made with milk, cream, garlic, salt, pepper, parsley and chives. It has a texture similar to cream cheese -- soft at room temperature, and its delicious blend of delicate garlic, along with mild chives and fragrant parsley makes it the perfect appetizer to spread on your favorite cracker or as part of a cheese board!
Boursin Pasta Bake Ingredients
- cherry tomatoes - I picked up a great haul for the farmer's market and I knew I had to try them in this Boursin cheese pasta recipe! The sweetness of fresh tomatoes is the perfect complement to the Boursin cheese. You can use cherry or grape tomatoes, or even cut larger tomatoes into smaller pieces. A
- red onion - The roasted red onion in this recipe adds a great flavor and crunch, and a sweetness that balances out the tomatoes so well. You can also add in some other fresh veggies that you enjoy like mushrooms or zucchini.
- garlic - I love how delicious the garlic gets as it roasts in the olive oil! So good!
- Boursin cheese - any variety of Boursin would be the perfect cheese for this recipe, including their dairy-free variety! The creamy texture melts into a sauce that tastes amazing in this pasta dish!
- red pepper flakes - I love to add a spicy touch to my savory recipes, so we'll use a little crushed red pepper. If you prefer not to use it, you can just leave it out!
- extra-virgin olive oil - we're using extra-virgin olive oil to roast our tomatoes and also adding a drizzle to help bring the sauce together!
- fresh basil - once it's out of the oven, we'll toss some basil in and it adds so much flavor. I love fresh herbs to finish off pasta recipes!
- salt & pepper - we'll season our baked Boursin pasta sauce with a little salt and cracked pepper.
- cooked pasta - I typically cook with gluten-free chickpea pasta, so that's what I used, but you can use your favorite pasta - rotini or rigatoni work well! Just cook it in a pot of boiling water according to package directions, then drain and add it in! Be sure to reserve some of the pasta water to help your sauce reach your desired consistency.
- parmesan cheese - it's optional, but I like to sprinkle a bit of grated parmesan to finish off this Boursin cheese pasta!
What can I substitute for Boursin cheese?
If you're looking for a dairy-free alternative to Boursin to make this recipe dairy free, you're in luck! Boursin now has a dairy-free variety that's available in stores and on Amazon. Otherwise, if you can't get your hands on Boursin, you can opt for a flavored goat cheese.
Does Boursin cheese melt well?
Yes it does! It's got a slightly crumbly consistency, so it doesn't melt down completely, but it gets very soft and creamy, perfect spreading on this Boursin cheese pasta!
Where is Boursin cheese in the grocery store?
Boursin is often located near other specialty cheese area, near the deli or bakery section. But it may also be in the dairy case with other packaged soft cheese. You can also find it online at Amazon!
What’s the Best Boursin Cheese for this Recipe?
I've tried this recipe with the Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs and Cracked Black Pepper varieties of Boursin, and I prefer it the savory herbs version. But honestly, and kind of Boursin you can get your hands on would work well -- the creamy texture and delicious flavors are perfect in the Boursin Baked Pasta! I especially want to try it with the Shallot & Chive variety!
I hope you enjoy this baked Boursin pasta TikTok made me try -- it's a great meal idea for weeknights! And also try my Baked Goat Cheese Pasta recipe, or to add a protein, check out this Texas Roadhouse Chicken! Let me know in the comments below how you liked it!
Boursin Cheese Pasta Recipe FAQ
Any leftovers will stay fresh for up to 4 days in the fridge in an airtight container.
It sure is! Its creamy texture and mild flavor make it the perfect complement to the pasta and tomatoes in this dish.
Boursin is a Gournay cheese, which is more soft and spreadable than cream cheese, with a lighter texture.
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Equipment you may need
- baking dish
Ingredients
- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1 medium red onion - roughly chopped
- 5-7 cloves garlic
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 package Boursin cheese - any variety - I used cracked pepper
- 4 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- salt and pepper - to taste
- 8 ounces dry pasta
- 3-4 leaves fresh basil - torn (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Spread tomatoes, onion, and garlic cloves evenly in a medium baking dish.1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, 1 medium red onion, 5-7 cloves garlic
- Unwrap Boursin cheese and place in center of dish, surrounded by other ingredients.1 package Boursin cheese
- Drizzle liberally with olive oil, sprinkle with red pepper flakes, and add salt and pepper to taste.4 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper, ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.8 ounces dry pasta
- Immediately after removing from oven, toss in basil and use a wooden spoon or spatula to stir the roasted mixture, evenly distributing cheese and olive oil over the rest of the ingredients. Add in reserved pasta water as needed to create a creamier consistency.3-4 leaves fresh basil
- Stir in cooked pasta and serve immediately.
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Last Updated on March 31, 2025 by Chenée Lewis
Grorgie says
This recipe was a big hit! Five stars!
Chenée Lewis says
Awesome! Thank you!
Mayo says
How is it best to reheat?
Chenée Lewis says
I usually just microwave individual servings, maybe with a sprinkle of olive oil to loosen the sauce 🙂
Karla says
This was delish! Even hubby liked it and he is not really a pasta person
Chenée Lewis says
I'm so glad you both liked it!
Cheryl A Erlandson says
This tasted really good. However, you need to work on your website, I don't want to "join" something in order to print out a recipe. And I don't want to print a recipe that takes multiple pages to print.
Chenée Lewis says
I'm glad you liked the recipe, Cheryl. My site is designed this way to allow me to earn a living through sharing free recipes with you and all my readers. Thanks for your support!
Em says
Looking forward to trying this recipe can I ask about the garlic gloves are they chopped up /minced or just added whole? Thanks
Chenée Lewis says
I throw them in whole, but you can also crush them. Enjoy!
Dana Harvie says
This is such a delicious recipe! Thank you so much for sharing it!!! 😋💞
Chenée Lewis says
I'm so glad you liked it!
Karen says
This was so good! I had to force myself to not overeat!
Chenée Lewis says
So glad you like it!
Pam F says
Big hit. Super easy. After done added some marinated cooked chicken.
Chenée Lewis says
I'm so glad you liked it! 🙂
Sandie says
I added rotisserie chicken, and a second Boursin! More cheese is always better 😁
Chenée Lewis says
You got that right! 🙂
Juli Springhetti says
Making this tonight, looks sooo Good!!
Kathie says
We loved this! I made it as written but added a lot more vegetables: 8 ounces sliced mushrooms and a half of a large red bell pepper. Next time I’ll add more veggies, as they really make this a more well rounded dish, in my opinion. Thank you for a great recipe!
Chenée Lewis says
You're welcome! Glad you enjoyed!
dana says
Yep, totally here for this! Love a cheesy pasta and why is Tik Tok always knocking them out of the park? Haha.
Kim says
I loved this so much! I added a little bit of spinach for some extra greens and everyone loved it.
Marsha K. Hamilton says
I add spinach also, it's really good
Stormie says
I was thinking about adding spinach as well! Did you put it in at the beginning or just add it at the end?
Casey says
Thank you for including the vegan option. This was incredible!
Ned says
Oh dang this is so good! No wonder why it is viral!
Jackie says
Question. Has anyone tried this in the slow cooker? Turning on the oven in summertime is something I try to avoid, or at least minimize.
Chenée Lewis says
Hi Jackie! I totally get that. I haven't tried this recipe in the slow cooker yet -- I imagine it would work well, but you might not get the same caramelization on the veggies. It's definitely worth a try!
Jackie says
Made this in the slow cooker today. It's delicious! You're probably right about the carmelization but I'm really happy with how it turned out. I added Kielbasa in the last 45 minutes. About three hours on high and my kitchen stayed cool.
Chenée Lewis says
Perfect!! I'm so glad you liked it! 🙂
Lauren Harris says
I've never rally known what to use Boursin for, but bought some anyway. Found this recipe and gave it a go - omg! Delicious! This is going to be a regular for us now!
Theresa says
This is absolutely delicious. I added chicken!
Chenée Lewis says
Yum! So glad you liked it!