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Boursin Mac and Cheese

Creamy Boursin Mac and Cheese for Ultimate Comfort Evenings

This creamy Boursin Mac and Cheese is a comforting delight that transforms weeknight dinners into gourmet experiences.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces short pasta e.g., elbow macaroni, penne, or shells
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 8 ounces Boursin cheese key to this recipe
  • 1 cup white cheddar cheese substitution: Gouda or Monterey Jack
  • 1 cup heavy cream substitution: half-and-half or more milk
  • ½ cup milk any type of milk is fine
  • 1 teaspoon salt use sea salt or kosher salt
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter or adjust salt if using salted butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour gluten-free flour blend optional
For the Topping
  • ½ cup plain breadcrumbs Panko for extra crispiness

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and return to pot.
  2. In the same pot, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in ¼ cup of all-purpose flour to form a roux.
  3. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of milk, stirring until thick and bubbling, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Lower heat and add 8 ounces of Boursin cheese and 1 cup of shredded white cheddar, stirring until melted and smooth.
  5. Gently fold the drained pasta into the cheese sauce, ensuring every piece is coated.
  6. In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add ½ cup of breadcrumbs and toast until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F. Transfer the pasta mixture to a greased baking dish, top with breadcrumbs, and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  8. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize the pasta type and add vegetables like spinach or broccoli for variation.

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