Food Encyclopedia

Boursin

Created in 1957 by Frenchman Frank Boursin, this triple-cream cheese is made with pasteurized cow's milk. Boursin has a smooth, creamy texture and a base flavor that's mild and delicate. It comes in several styles, all flavored: garlic and herbs, black pepper, shallots and chives, and one with figs, raisins and nuts. The most recent addition to this line is a light Boursin (flavored with garlic and herbs), which has 78 percent less fat and 64 percent fewer calories. Needless to say, it's not a triple-cream cheese. See also cheese.