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Boursin Mac and Cheese

Boursin Mac and Cheese: Creamy Comfort in Every Bite

Boursin Mac and Cheese is a creamy, comforting dish that's perfect for family nights and gatherings, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Short Pasta such as macaroni, shells, or penne
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 1 round Boursin Cheese key ingredient for richness
  • 1 cup Grated White Cheddar Cheese any sharp white cheese on hand
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can use half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup Milk any type, including non-dairy
  • 1/2 tsp Salt to taste
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter for roux and breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour use gluten-free flour for GF option
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 1 cup Plain Breadcrumbs Panko for extra crunch if desired

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Boursin Mac and Cheese
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 oz of short pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically 6–8 minutes. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
  2. In the same pot, melt 2 tbsp of unsalted butter over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tbsp of all-purpose flour and cook for about 1 minute.
  3. Gradually add 1 cup of heavy cream while whisking. Stir in the Boursin cheese and 1 cup of grated white cheddar cheese until melted.
  4. Fold the cooked pasta into the cheese sauce. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water or milk if needed.
  5. In a separate skillet, melt the remaining 2 tbsp of butter. Add 1 cup of plain breadcrumbs and sauté until golden brown.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Pour the mac and cheese into a baking dish and sprinkle breadcrumbs on top. Bake for about 15 minutes or serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Use freshly grated cheese for best texture and avoid graininess by letting the cream cool before adding cheese.

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