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Creamy Ditalini Pasta with Boursin Garlic and Herb Cheese Recipe

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This Creamy Ditalini Pasta recipe is a quick and comforting dish that combines tender ditalini pasta cooked in flavorful low sodium chicken broth with the rich, herby goodness of Boursin Garlic and Herb cheese. Perfect for a speedy yet indulgent meal, it offers a creamy texture without the need for heavy cream, making it both simple and satisfying.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 3 cups low sodium chicken broth (plus more if needed)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Pasta

  • 2 cups ditalini pasta

Cheese

  • 5.3 ounces Boursin Garlic and Herb cheese (1 package)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the broth: In a medium-sized pot, combine the chicken broth, kosher salt, several grinds of freshly ground black pepper, and garlic powder. Place the pot over high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
  2. Cook the pasta: Add the ditalini pasta to the boiling broth. Bring the mixture back to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Stir the pasta every minute or so to prevent sticking and to ensure even cooking. Continue cooking until the pasta is tender and most of the broth has been absorbed, about 10 minutes. If the pasta absorbs all the liquid before it is fully cooked, add a splash more chicken broth or water as needed.
  3. Melt in the cheese: Once the pasta is cooked and the broth mostly absorbed, turn off the heat. Crumble the Boursin Garlic and Herb cheese into the pot. Stir thoroughly until the cheese is completely melted and incorporated into the pasta, creating a creamy sauce.
  4. Final seasoning and serve: Taste the creamy pasta and adjust seasoning with additional salt and freshly ground black pepper if desired. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with an extra grind of black pepper on top for added flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • If the pasta seems dry before it reaches tenderness, gradually add more chicken broth or water to maintain moisture and ensure even cooking.
  • Using low sodium chicken broth allows better control over the saltiness of the final dish.
  • Boursin cheese contributes both creaminess and herbal flavor, so avoid additional herbs for simplicity.
  • This recipe works well as a quick weeknight meal and can be customized by adding cooked vegetables or grilled chicken for extra protein.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 2 minutes
  • Cook Time: 13 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

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