I was fortunate to be able to have Boursin® Cheese be a guest at our holiday table and I was very lucky in visiting Von’s Markets and finding all the cheeses in stock. The deal became sweeter when Von’s had a promo going of Buy-one-get-one-Free (BOGO), so using the free item coupon provided by Boursin, yielded an extra cheese item. We were Boursin-ing it at our house this holiday so much, that 2016 will also feature a nice cheese platter when it comes to welcoming the new year.
Ingredients: Cultured pasteurized milk and cream, granulated garlic, salt, white pepper, parsley, chives*.*Dried
I was worried that the garlic would be overwhelming even though I love garlic, however I worry when it comes to dairy based products, that the ingredient can drown all the others out. Again, Boursin found the right balance and you taste garlic but it has not permeated the entire cheese. The white pepper provides a zingy taste that differs from the usual black peppercorns. You get a mild spice that is perfect for even non-pepper fans! The parsley and chives bring the herb notes, but chive also provides a nice mild onion flavor that tends to also brighten up the cheese’s overall taste. This is the one you buy if you are new to the Boursin family.
Ingredients: Cultured pasteurized milk and cream, shallots*, salt, chives*, green onions*, potassium sorbate (preservative). *Dried
This version of Boursin cheeses is one of my favorites. You have a blend of dry herbs and that creamy Boursin cheese that is smooth in texture and flavor. The onion notes are real and not like what you get from a powdered product, that tends to even dry a cheese out. There is freshness here and if you like onion based dips, this is the cheese that takes your taste buds on an onion-y adventure.
Ingredients: Cultured pasteurized milk and cream, salt, black pepper, potassium sorbate (preservative).
You have black pepper as the main ingredient and this is the more simpler flavor that tends to combine with all other toppers or spreads you may want to add with the cheeses. The peppercorns are mild in flavor and thankfully the texture is pleasing. You do not get huge chunks that disrupt the smoothness of the cheese’s texture and Boursin was still able to produce a smooth textured product that is enjoyable on a cracker or even added to a dip.
Verdict:
This year we enjoyed the cheeses as-is and added them to crackers. I visited Costco and they sell a trio package there. Costco was sampling the cheeses by adding them to mashed potatoes and it created a smooth and appealing product. It was a nice way to spruce up a comfort food and give it a little gourmet twist. This New Year’s Eve, I will be baking fresh loaves of Rosemary rustic bread, cutting the loaves (not all the way through) to create pockets (crisscrossed pattern) and filling them with a a little butter and then Boursin cheese with shredded cheeses, and then baking. This will create a nice pull-a-part bread that guests can enjoy eat while still being able to enjoy the festivities. It is an easy appetizer to add to our others and melted cheese is something we all love. I may add even some pancetta to some of the loaves to create a different flavor. Boursin cheeses go with anything you serve because they stand on their own on a cheese platter, or you can add them dishes and dips. There is no rules or limits here, so I highly suggest bringing a smile to your guests this year by welcoming 2016 with Boursin!
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