What can I substitute for Boursin cheese?

Cream cheese, Beecher's handmade cheese and Laughing Cow are the top 3 Boursin cheese substitute. Gorgonzola is also good.

Does Aldi do a version of Boursin?

ALDI Boursin Garlic & Herb Cheese Spread Same-Day Delivery or Pickup | Instacart.

What crackers for Boursin?

Assorted crackers: choose a variety of crackers – Try flatbreads, crackers with dried fruit and nuts and even rice crackers for your gluten-free guests. Fresh fruit and nuts: Fruit and nuts are a great palette brightener, balancing out the saltiness of the cheese.

What is the original Boursin Flavour?

The first Boursin flavour, Garlic and Fine Herbs , was created in 1957 by François Boursin, a cheese maker from Normandy.

What's the difference between Boursin and cream cheese?

Boursin has a soft, spreadable consistency that is only a little bit harder than cream cheese .

What milk is used in Boursin?

Pasteurized Cultured Milk and Cream, Dried Garlic, Salt, White Pepper, Parsley, Chives.

Is Brie and Boursin the same?

Brie is a classic soft cheese with a rich, creamy texture and a mild, slightly nutty flavor. Boursin is a French cheese with a similar texture to Brie, but with added herbs and spices for a more complex flavor profile .

What does Boursin mean in French?

(French bursɛ̃ ) noun trademark. a brand of soft white creamy cheese, often flavoured with garlic .

Does Trader Joe's carry Boursin?

I recently picked up this boursin dairy-free garlic & herbs cheese spread alternative at Trader Joe's , and we loved it! I was very pleasantly surprised by this boursin cheese spread.

Is Alouette the same as Boursin?

Alouette, a brand of soft cheese similar to Boursin , may be substituted; use the garlic-and-herb flavor.

What kind of cheese is alouette?

The Alouette Cheese products are: Soft Spreadable Cheese, Crème de Brie, Baby Brie, Crème Fraiche, Élégante, and Crumbled Cheese . Sold throughout the US, its most popular variety is the Crème de Brie, which is spreadable Brie Cheese without the rind.

What do you eat with Boursin cheese?

The Accompaniment. A fresh baked baguette, artisan crackers, or crunchy crudités make the perfect companion for Boursin Cheese.

Which soft cheese is best on crackers?

Incredibly creamy, Brie is one of the world's most beloved soft cheeses and it — rind and all — goes on top of crackers of “the finest quality.” Those crackers, made with cranberries and toasted hazelnut, are Leslie Stowe Raincoast Crisps.

Is Alouette comparable to Boursin?

Alouette, a brand of soft cheese similar to Boursin , may be substituted; use the garlic-and-herb flavor.

How to Make Your Own Boursin-Style Cheese at Home (2024)

Forget spending $7 on two ounces of the store-bought stuff.

ByDavid McCann

Published on May 10, 2021

Anyone who knows me well will tell you that I'm cheap. I wear that title cheerfully, like a badge of honor. Will I spend money for quality? Yes. Will I spend money for a great ingredient when nothing else will do? Absolutely. But there are times when the substitute is just as good (really) and the cost is a fraction. And there are times when a DIY version of what you can buy in the store is so easy, and so inexpensive — it's legitimately impossible for me to resist the cheaper route. Which brings me to Boursin.

So, what actually is Boursin cheese? Boursin is the brand name of a soft, creamy-style French cheese (called Gournay) that is flavored with various things. The variety many of us are familiar with is garlic & fine herbs, which costs around $7 for two ounces in my area. And it is delicious — truly.

That said, a block of America's most ubiquitous cream cheese (Philadelphia) costs around $2 for eight ounces. And all you need to turn that block into a really mouthwatering ringer for Boursin is:

Homemade Boursin Cheese

1 (8 oz.) block of cream cheese, at room temperature
1 small garlic clove, peeled and finely minced or grated
1-1 ½ teaspoons of herbes de Provence
A pinch of salt
A few grinds of black pepper

Now, all you really need to do is mix all of these ingredients together thoroughly (using a fork and muscle power or a food processor), and voila! Here are just a few ingredient tips to guarantee your DIY Boursin is perfect:

You'll note that I emphasized a small garlic clove, and that was no accident. Anything more than a very small glove will totally overpower the cheese — if not right away, then certainly by the next day.

If you don't have a jar of herbes de Provence in your spice cabinet, I highly recommend picking one up. This miraculous blend of fennel, rosemary, thyme, marjoram, tarragon, basil, mint, and a few other optional additions (based on the specific blend you buy), is one of the only dried herb mixes I keep in the kitchen. It adds a sunny, savory, herbal "South of France" lift to all sorts of dishes. I think you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly, so I'm not asking you to buy it JUST for this. Crush the herb mix thoroughly in your palm before adding to the cheese.

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What Is Herbs de Provence and What's a Good Substitute?

Cream cheese can be a touch salty to begin with, so start with a small pinch of salt. You can always add more. When it comes to pepper, a few good grinds should do the trick.

Now, put your "Boursin" in a sealable container, and refrigerate. If you're stronger than I am, wait overnight. If not, an hour or so will allow the flavors to at least begin their work together.

This imposter is truly fantastic, and the cost turns an expensive cheese indulgence into an anytime treat. Stored properly, your homemade Boursin should be safe for 10-12 days in the fridge — not that it's likely to last that long.

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How to Make Your Own Boursin-Style Cheese at Home (2024)

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