Homemade Boursin Cheese Recipe
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3.4
Homemade Boursin Cheese Recipe
Description
To prepare this Boursin Cheese, large garlic cloves are finely minced either by food processor or by hand, then mixed thoroughly with whipped cream cheese. A blend of dried parsley, oregano, marjoram, tarragon, thyme, chives, sage, and basil is folded into the cheese to layer herbal complexity. Processing the ingredients together results in a smooth and creamy texture ideal for spreading.
The cheese is stored in an airtight container and refrigerated for 24 hours before serving to allow the flavors to deepen and meld. It can be served on crackers, bread, or used as a flavorful addition to sandwiches and snacks. Using dried herbs gives consistent flavor and long shelf life.
This cheese spread should be consumed within two weeks to enjoy freshness and best flavor. It provides an easy way to enjoy herb-infused, garlicky cheese without artificial additives or preservatives.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces cream cheese whipped
- 1 garlic large clove
2 scant teaspoons each:
- parsley dried
- oregano dried
- marjoram dried
- tarragon dried
- thyme dried
- chives dried
- sage dried
- basil dried
Instructions
- You can do this in a food processor or by hand. For the processor, process the garlic first until it is finely minced, then add the cheese and herbs and process until creamy.
- By hand, mince the garlic as finely as possible, and then mix everything together in a large bowl.
- Put the cheese into an airtight jar or container and refrigerate for 24 hours before serving to allow the flavors to develop.
- Plan to use your homemade Boursin cheese within two weeks.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 15servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 50 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 50kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 25mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 73mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 31mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 305IU | 6% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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3.4
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