Creamy Rigatoni with Boursin Cheese Recipe
This Creamy Rigatoni with Boursin Cheese is a comforting and flavorful one-pot pasta dish combining savory ground beef or Italian sausage with aromatic spices, rich marinara sauce, and creamy garlic and herb Boursin cheese. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner, topped with fresh parsley and parmesan for an extra burst of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
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 Sauces
- 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 with the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the meat is no longer pink and the onions are translucent. Drain any excess grease if necessary to keep the dish from being overly greasy.
- Add spices: Stir in the onion powder, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning thoroughly to coat the meat mixture and enhance the overall flavor of the sauce.
- Combine sauce and pasta: Add the spaghetti sauce, rigatoni pasta, and chicken broth to the meat mixture. Stir well to combine all ingredients, ensuring the pasta is evenly submerged in the liquids, then bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Simmer and cook pasta: Cover the Dutch oven and reduce the heat to low, allowing it to simmer gently. Cook for about 20 minutes or until the rigatoni pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add Boursin cheese: Stir in the package of Garlic and Herb Boursin cheese until fully melted and the sauce becomes creamy, enveloping the pasta evenly.
- Season to taste: Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed to your preference.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with dried or fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor, then serve hot with freshly grated parmesan cheese sprinkled on top for an added layer of richness.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with Italian sausage for a spicier and more robust flavor.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth if you want to control the salt content.
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms during the sautéing step for extra nutrition and texture.
- If you don’t have Boursin cheese, cream cheese mixed with garlic and herbs can be a good alternative.
- This dish reheats well and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Make sure to stir occasionally during simmering to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
Keywords: creamy rigatoni, Boursin cheese pasta, one pot pasta, ground beef pasta, Italian sausage pasta, creamy garlic pasta, easy weeknight dinner
