Description
Creamy French boursin cheese brings Mediterranean herbal magic right to kitchen counters. Delicate herbs and tangy cream cheese blend into spreadable perfection that elevates crackers, breads, and vegetable platters for quick entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese
- 4 ounces (113 grams) butter
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) parmesan cheese
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) dried parsley flakes
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) dried dill weed
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) dried marjoram
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) dried thyme
Aromatics and Spices:
- 2 cloves garlic
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) black pepper
Instructions
- Gently whip the cream cheese in a mixing bowl until it transforms into a silky, cloud-like consistency, ensuring no lumps remain for a smooth texture characteristic of authentic Boursin.
- Introduce the softened butter into the cream cheese, blending thoroughly until the mixture becomes incredibly light and uniform, creating a luxurious base for the cheese spread.
- Carefully sprinkle and fold in the minced garlic, introducing a pungent depth that will elevate the entire flavor profile of the cheese.
- Integrate the freshly grated Parmesan to add a nutty undertone, followed by a precise blend of dried herbs – parsley, dill, marjoram, basil, thyme, and a generous crack of black pepper – ensuring each ingredient is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the herb-infused cheese blend into a clean serving container, smoothing the top with a spatula to create an elegant presentation.
- Seal the container with plastic wrap and nestle in the refrigerator for a minimum of two hours, allowing the herbs and garlic to mingle and intensify their aromatic qualities.
- Remove from the refrigerator approximately 15 minutes before serving to let the cheese soften slightly, which will enhance its spreadable texture and release the full bouquet of herb-laden flavors.
Notes
- Chilling helps blend herbs and spices, creating a harmonious flavor profile that elevates the entire cheese experience.
- Mixing cream cheese and butter by hand ensures a silky, smooth texture without overworking the ingredients.
- Fresh herbs transform this simple spread into a gourmet delicacy that impresses guests and satisfies homemade cheese lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg