Easy Creamy Boursin Tomato Pasta

This creamy Boursin tomato pasta is one of those easy family recipes you discover and can’t stop making because the effortless of the whole process makes you feel like you are acing adulthood. The tomatoes roast until they’re sweet, jammy and slightly charred and then the Boursin!!! The Boursin melts into the most delicious creamy sauce, and then you can add some sort of protein (or keep it vegetarian) – I add salami to give it a smoky, salty finish. It’s a simple family meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights and one you will want to repeat!

Why You’ll Love This Boursin Tomato Pasta

There is so much to love about this recipe:

• It requires very little preparation—most of the magic happens in the oven.
• The sauce is made in the same dish in which the tomatoes are roasted, which means fewer dishes to wash.
• It uses simple ingredients but still tastes wonderfully rich and indulgent.
• You can easily customise it by changing the pasta or adding your favourite protein.
• It’s ready in about 35 minutes, making it perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
• The creamy sauce and familiar flavours make it a great family-friendly meal.

What Is Boursin Cheese?

Boursin is a soft, creamy cheese flavoured with garlic and herbs. It has a rich texture similar to cream cheese, but with much more flavour already built in.You can definitely get it at Woolies!

When it’s roasted with the cherry tomatoes, it becomes wonderfully soft and creamy. The sweet tomato juices mix with the cheese to create an effortless pasta sauce—without needing to add cream or make a separate sauce on the stove.

Ingredient Notes

Boursin cheese

I use one 150g round of garlic and herb Boursin. It gives the sauce its creamy texture as well as plenty of garlic and herb flavour. You can quite easily double the recipe if you are feeding more people or want an even creamier, cheesier sauce!

Cherry tomatoes

Use ripe cherry tomatoes for the sweetest, most flavourful sauce. They soften, burst and become slightly charred in the oven, which adds so much flavour.

Pasta

I used butterfly pasta, also known as farfalle, but fusilli works equally well. The ridges and folds help to catch all that lovely creamy sauce. You can also use tortellini for an even more substantial meal.

Garlic and fresh herbs

I add two whole garlic cloves to the roasting dish but feel free to add more! Once roasted, they become soft, sweet and easy to mash into the sauce. Fresh basil and chives add extra freshness and flavour.

Salami

Chopped salami gives the pasta a delicious smoky, salty finish. Stir it through the hot sauce just before adding the pasta. You can leave it out for a vegetarian version or replace it with another protein.

Variations and Substitutions

This Boursin pasta is very easy to adapt depending on what you have available.

• Make it vegetarian: Leave out the salami and add mushrooms, baby spinach or roasted peppers. And for a salty kick – add sliced olives!
• Add chicken: Stir through chopped cooked or rotisserie chicken.
• Try bacon: Crispy chopped bacon would be delicious in place of the salami.
• Use tortellini: Cheese or spinach tortellini makes this pasta even more filling.
• Add some greens: Stir in a couple of handfuls of baby spinach while the sauce is still hot.
• Make it spicy: Add a pinch of chilli flakes to the tomatoes before roasting.
• Change the cheese: Another soft garlic and herb cheese should work if you can’t find Boursin, although the final flavour and texture may differ slightly.

What to Serve with Boursin Tomato Pasta

This pasta is filling enough to serve on its own, but you could add a simple green salad or some roasted vegetables on the side.

Garlic bread is also a delicious addition—especially for mopping up any creamy tomato sauce left in the dish!

Storage and Reheating

Store any leftover pasta in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

Reheat it gently in the microwave or in a saucepan over low heat or even in the oven with some tinfoil over it. Add a small splash of water or cream if the sauce has thickened in the fridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make Boursin tomato pasta without salami?

Yes, absolutely. Simply leave out the salami for a vegetarian meal or replace it with cooked chicken, bacon or another protein of your choice.

Which pasta shape works best?

Farfalle and fusilli both work beautifully because they hold the creamy sauce well. Penne, rigatoni and tortellini are also good options.

Can I use a different flavour of Boursin?

Yes. Garlic and herb works particularly well with the roasted tomatoes, but you can experiment with any other savoury Boursin flavour available to you.

Do I need to cook the tomatoes before adding the pasta?

Yes. Roasting the tomatoes concentrates their flavour and makes them soft enough to mash into the melted Boursin. This is what creates the creamy tomato sauce.

Can I prepare this pasta ahead of time?

It is best served immediately while the sauce is hot and creamy. However, leftovers reheat well, so you can make it in advance if necessary and gently reheat it before serving.

Can I add spinach?

Yes. Stir a couple of handfuls of baby spinach into the hot sauce before adding the pasta. Allow it to wilt for a minute or two, then mix everything together.

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