Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Boursin Cheese Pasta with Broccoli, a simple yet elegant dish that comes together in just under 20 minutes. This one-pot wonder features tender malfadine pasta enveloped in a rich garlic and herb sauce made from Boursin cheese, perfectly complemented by vibrant, sautéed broccoli. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that balances flavors beautifully. With minimal cleanup and customizable ingredients, you can easily adjust this recipe to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb malfadine pasta (8 oz)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion (finely diced)
- 4 cups shaved broccoli (about 1 head)
- 2 packages (5.2 oz each) Boursin garlic & herb cheese
- 1/2 lemon (juiced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp salted butter
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook malfadine pasta according to package instructions. Reserve at least 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large pan over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sauté the diced onion with salt and red pepper flakes until soft.
- Add shaved broccoli to the pan, cooking for about 2 minutes until slightly tender.
- Stir in salted butter until melted, then add Boursin cheese and reserved pasta water (about 3/4 cup) to create a creamy sauce.
- Combine the drained pasta with the sauce in the pan, stirring gently over low heat for about 1-2 minutes.
- Finish by squeezing half a lemon over the dish and adding extra red pepper flakes if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 30mg