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A pan filled with mafaldine pasta in a creamy white sauce, garnished with grated cheese and chopped herbs. The wavy pasta is mixed with small pieces of mushrooms. The dish is presented on a light countertop.
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Mushroom & Boursin Pasta

My viral Mushroom & Boursin Pasta recipe is the perfect comfort food for all you pasta lovers out there. This 20-minute dinner recipe has only a few simple ingredients, and can be customized to your liking. Add chicken or shrimp to up the protein or serve it as-is for the perfect meatless Monday dinner.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: boursin cheese pasta recipe, boursin pasta recipe, boursin pasta recipes, creamy boursin pasta, mushroom and boursin pasta
Servings: 4 people
Author: Sammy Montgoms

Ingredients

  • 1 box mafaldenni (400 grams) or pasta of choice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 shallot chopped fine
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped fine
  • 2.5 cups white mushrooms/or cremini roughly chopped
  • 1 Boursin soft cheese (150 grams)
  • 3/4 cup white wine chardonnay
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated, for topping
  • 3 tbsp fresh basil for topping

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta of choice and cook according to box instructions.
  • While pasta is cooking, prepare your shallot, garlic and mushrooms.
  • In a large pan, add olive oil and butter over medium heat.
    Once melted, add shallots and garlic and sauté for roughly 2 minutes, then add your mushrooms.
  • Add your salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  • Sauté on medium/high heat until the mushrooms begin to brown. About 3 minutes.
  • Add your white wine and simmer on low heat until the wine is reduced by half, about 2 minutes.
  • Add Boursin, heavy cream and simmer on low until incorporated
  • When pasta is al dente, strain and be sure to save at least 3/4 cup of pasta water.
  • Add your cooked pasta to the boursin mixture and gently toss to combine.
  • Add 1/4 cup of reserved pasta water at a time, until it's reached your desired consistency.
  • Top with parmesan cheese, and fresh basil.
  • Enjoy right away!

Nutrition

Calories: 660kcal | Carbohydrates: 89g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 415mg | Potassium: 524mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 648IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 197mg | Iron: 2mg
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