Description
A creamy and indulgent twist on traditional mac and cheese with herby flavors from Boursin cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 cup Boursin cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded cheese (like cheddar)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped herbs (like parsley or chives)
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until it forms a smooth roux.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add the Boursin cheese, stirring until completely melted and creamy.
- Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce and fold in the shredded cheese until well blended.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Optional: Sprinkle chopped herbs on top before serving for added flavor and color.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add chopped jalapeños or red pepper flakes. Consider different types of cheeses for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 80mg