Description
If you’re in search of a delightful comfort food, Easy Boursin Mac and Cheese – Alrightwithme is your go-to dish. This creamy, cheesy pasta combines the rich flavors of Boursin cheese with cheddar to create a luscious sauce that envelops each bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this recipe takes just 25 minutes from start to finish, making it an excellent choice for any occasion. With its kid-friendly appeal and versatile serving options, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz short pasta (macaroni, shells, etc.)
- 1 round Boursin cheese
- 1 cup grated white cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (plus 2 tbsp for topping)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Boil the pasta: Cook short pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the cheese sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour to form a roux. Gradually whisk in heavy cream and milk, cooking until thickened.
- Add cheeses: Stir in Boursin and cheddar until melted and smooth.
- Combine: Mix the drained pasta with the cheese sauce until evenly coated.
- Optional bake: Transfer to a baking dish, top with breadcrumb mixture, and bake at 350°F for about 10 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 75mg