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Boursin Cheese

N/A Allergens: Milk
Boursin Cheese

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A
  • Primary Cuisine French
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Cow's milk

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Boursin Cheese ?

A soft, spreadable Gournay cheese from Normandy, France, famously infused with herbs and garlic, known for its rich, creamy texture.

"The elegant shortcut to gourmet flavor in dips, spreads, and sauces."

Quel goût a le/la/l'Boursin Cheese ?

Creamy, Tangy, Garlic, Herbaceous, Peppery

Taste
Creamy, Tangy, Garlic, Herbaceous (Chive, Parsley)
Texture
Soft, Creamy, Spreadable, Crumbly
Aroma
Garlic, Fresh Herbs, Milky, Tangy
Acidity
Medium

Technical Metrics

Average Fat Content

~30-40%

Primary Use

Spreading & Dips

Shelf Life (Opened)

7-10 days (refrigerated)

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 30g
Calories386
Total Fat36.6
Saturated Fat25
Trans Fat1.5
Cholesterol100
Protein10
Total Carbohydrate2.6
Dietary Fiber0
Total Sugars2
Calcium100
Iron0.1
Potassium100

Le secret du chef

To create a quick Boursin-like sauce, melt it slowly into warm milk or cream, then emulsify with a hand blender for velvety consistency, perfect for pasta or chicken.

Substituts & Proportions pour Boursin Cheese

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Boursin Cheese est Cream Cheese with Herbs & Garlic, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Best for spreadability and flavor mimicry; easily homemade.

Substituts pour Boursin Cheese avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Cream Cheese with Herbs & Garlic Meilleur 1:1 Best for spreadability and flavor mimicry; easily homemade.
Fromage Blanc with Herbs 1:1 Lighter, tangier alternative, good for dips or lighter sauces.
Goat Cheese Log (Chèvre) 1:1 Offers tang and creaminess, but with distinct goat cheese flavor.
Vegan Cream Cheese (Herbed) 1:1 Excellent dairy-free option for spreading and some recipes.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Boursin Cheese

  1. Found in the specialty cheese section.
  2. Check expiration date, ensure packaging is sealed.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Boursin Cheese ?

  • Crackers
  • Baguettes
  • Vegetables
  • Pasta
  • Chicken
  • Salmon
  • Potatoes.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Boursin Cheese ?

Creamy, Tangy, Garlic, Herbaceous, Peppery Garlic, Fresh Herbs, Milky, Tangy

Quel est un bon substitut pour Boursin Cheese ?

Le meilleur substitut est Cream Cheese with Herbs & Garlic (1:1). Best for spreadability and flavor mimicry; easily homemade.

Comment choisir et conserver le Boursin Cheese ?

Found in the specialty cheese section. Check expiration date, ensure packaging is sealed.

Recettes utilisant le/la/l'Boursin Cheese

5 Ingredients Or Less Pork Number Of Servings Poultry

Amazing Chicken

Juicy, cheesy chicken breasts wrapped in crispy bacon – this incredibly quick and easy recipe is ready in under 45 minutes! Perfect for a weeknight dinner for two, easily scaled up for a crowd. Get ready for flavor!

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Main Ingredient French Time To Make Taste Mood

Bacon Wrapped Boursin Stuffed Chicken Breasts A Deux

Indulge in these decadent Bacon-Wrapped Boursin Stuffed Chicken Breasts! Juicy chicken breasts are expertly wrapped in crispy bacon, bursting with the savory flavor of garlic & herb Boursin cheese. Roasted alongside sweet cherry tomatoes, this romantic dinner for two is effortlessly elegant. Easily scaled for larger gatherings, these chicken breasts can even be prepped and frozen for a future meal! Serve with seasonal vegetables and a baked potato for a complete and impressive supper, any time of year. Upgrade your meal with a creamy white wine sauce made from the pan juices – pure deliciousness!

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Ingrédients Dairy|Cheese associés

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