Description
This Creamy Rigatoni with Boursin Cheese is a comforting and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender rigatoni cooked in a rich, creamy sauce made with garlic and herb Boursin cheese, ground beef or Italian sausage, and a blend of aromatic seasonings. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe combines the ease of one-pot cooking with the indulgence of a cheesy, savory sauce.
Ingredients
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Meat and Aromatics
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
Spices and Seasonings
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Liquids and Sauce
- 24 oz jar of spaghetti sauce or marinara
- 4 cups chicken broth
Pasta and Cheese
- 1 lb rigatoni pasta
- 5 oz package of Garlic and Herb Boursin cheese
- Fresh grated parmesan, for serving
Garnish
- Dried or fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Meat and Aromatics: In a Dutch oven over medium heat, brown the ground beef or Italian sausage together with the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the meat is fully browned and the onions are soft. Drain any excess grease if necessary to avoid a greasy sauce.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in the onion powder, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning evenly to coat the meat mixture, allowing the spices to infuse their flavors during cooking.
- Add Sauce, Pasta, and Broth: Pour in the jar of spaghetti sauce or marinara, add the rigatoni pasta, and pour the chicken broth. Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly and bring the mixture to a gentle boil on the stove.
- Simmer the Pasta: Cover the Dutch oven and reduce the heat to maintain a simmer. Let the pasta cook for about 20 minutes, or until it reaches al dente texture, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Remove the lid and stir in the Garlic and Herb Boursin cheese. Mix until the cheese melts fully and the sauce turns creamy and luscious.
- Season and Adjust: Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed to enhance flavor.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle dried or fresh parsley over the top for a fresh finish and serve each portion with freshly grated parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Use Italian sausage for extra flavor or ground beef for a milder taste.
- Drain excess fat after browning meat to keep the sauce from becoming greasy.
- Stir occasionally during simmering to prevent pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Boursin cheese adds creamy texture and herbaceous notes; substitute with cream cheese and fresh herbs if unavailable.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
