Name: Baked Boursin Pasta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 2 pkgs. Boursin Garlic and Herb Cheese Spread; 2 pints grape tomatoes; ¼ cup olive oil ((plus more for drizzling)); salt and pepper ((to taste)); 3 garlic cloves ((minced)); 5 oz baby spinach ((roughly chopped)); 16 oz rigatoni pasta ((or pasta of your choice)); 1 cup reserved pasta water; fresh basil ((chopped)); grated parmesan

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Baked Boursin Pasta became a regular in our dinner rotation after I first tried my own spin on the viral baked pasta trend. It was also a favorite of my oldest daughter and her best friend in college because it’s easy, creamy and requires very little effort. With Boursin cheese, juicy tomatoes, spinach and pasta, it’s a simple dinner that doesn’t ask much of you.

Baked Boursin pasta in a dish next to a cheese grater with parmesan and fresh basil

Serves: 8
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

2 pkgs. Boursin cheese spread
2 pints grape tomatoes
¼ cup olive oil
salt and pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
5 oz baby spinach
16 oz. pasta (we prefer rigatoni or penne)
optional toppings:
- fresh basil
- grated parmesan

grape tomates, Boursin cheese spread, baby spinach, garlic, olive oil and rigatoni pasta on a counter

Get the full printable instructions with measurements at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.

Step-by-Step Directions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400º F. Rinse and dry the grape tomatoes. Place in an oven-safe baking dish and pour in olive oil, stirring to evenly coat. Add a bit of salt and pepper to taste. Create space in the center of the pan for the Boursin cheese spread. Pour a little more olive oil over the top of the cheese. Bake in oven for about 30 minutes or until tomatoes are tender and beginning to brown.

boursin cheese surrounded by grape tomatoes drizzled with olive oil

Step 2: Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add a teaspoon of salt and pasta to the pot. Boil pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta liquid before draining.

Step 3: Remove baking dish from oven and add minced garlic and spinach. The heat will wilt the spinach. Carefully stir all of the ingredients together (Use the back of the spoon to gently smoosh the tomatoes, being careful of the hot liquid.). Add the cooked pasta to the dish and stir to thoroughly combine. Add a bit of the pasta water, a little at a time, if it doesn’t seem creamy enough. Scoop into bowls and top with fresh basil or parmesan.

garlic and spinach being added to baked tomatoes and Boursin cheese

pasta being added to tomato, cheese, spinach mixture

🍋 Simply Made Suggestions

Try another flavor: We usually use Garlic & Fine Herbs Boursin, but Shallot & Chive is another good option.
Swap the cheese: I make this pasta with feta just as often as I make it with Boursin. Use 8–10 ounces of feta in place of the Boursin. It gets surprisingly creamy and adds a slightly tangier flavor.
Make it a meal: Enjoy it on its own or serve it as a side with grilled chicken or steak.

🍝 Before You Go…

Craving more easy pasta dinners? Browse our pasta recipes for plenty of simple weeknight favorites. Or head over to our Italian recipes for more cozy dinners, appetizers and sides worth adding to the menu.

Baked Boursin Pasta

This easy Baked Boursin Pasta combines juicy tomatoes, spinach and garlic with creamy Boursin cheese and pasta for a simple weeknight dinner. Swap in feta for an equally delicious variation.

Beth

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 30

Total Time 35

Servings

Ingredients

2 pkgs. Boursin Garlic and Herb Cheese Spread
2 pints grape tomatoes
¼ cup olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
salt and pepper (to taste)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
5 oz baby spinach (roughly chopped)
16 oz rigatoni pasta (or pasta of your choice)
1 cup reserved pasta water
fresh basil (chopped)
grated parmesan

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400º F. Rinse and dry the grape tomatoes. Place in an oven-safe baking dish and pour in olive oil, stirring to evenly coat. Add a bit of salt and pepper to taste. Create space in the center of the pan for the Boursin cheese spread. Pour a little more olive oil over the top of the cheese. Bake in oven for about 30 minutes or until tomatoes are tender and beginning to brown.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add a teaspoon of salt and pasta to the pot. Boil pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta liquid before draining.
Remove baking dish from oven and add minced garlic and spinach. The heat will wilt the spinach. Carefully stir all of the ingredients together (Use the back of the spoon to gently smoosh the tomatoes, being careful of the hot liquid). Add the cooked pasta to the dish and stir to thoroughly combine. Add a bit of the pasta water, a little at a time, if it doesn't seem creamy enough. Scoop into bowls and top with fresh basil or parmesan.