Following the massive success of the Baked Feta Pasta, TikTok creators discovered an arguably better version: substituting the feta for a wheel of Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese. Because Boursin is a softer cream cheese blend, it melts into an incredibly smooth, luxurious sauce without the graininess that feta can sometimes have.

Ingredients You Need

• 1 package (5.2 oz) Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese
• 2 pints cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, smashed
• 1 lb pasta (like cavatappi or penne)
• Fresh basil, salt, and pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. In a 9x13 baking dish, place the cherry tomatoes and smashed garlic. Drizzle generously with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.

3. Place the entire wheel of Boursin cheese right in the center of the tomatoes.

4. Bake for 35 minutes until the tomatoes burst and the cheese is beautifully soft and golden on top.

5. While it bakes, boil the pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.

6. Remove the baking dish from the oven and immediately mash the tomatoes and cheese together with a fork into a creamy sauce.

7. Stir in the cooked pasta, adding splashes of pasta water to reach your desired consistency. Top with fresh basil.

Troubleshooting: Why is my Viral Baked Boursin Cheese Pasta not turning out right?

If you are having trouble getting this recipe right, ensure you are measuring ingredients accurately. Baking and cooking are sciences, and the right ratios matter. Also, check your oven temperature; many ovens run hot or cold.