"This casserole brings together two classic comfort foodsâ??grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup, no dipping required. My picky-eater husband devours it. —Morgan Seger, Ansonia, Ohio..."
INGREDIENTS
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3 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
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1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil, divided
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12 slices Italian, sourdough or rye bread (1/2 inch thick)
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6 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
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6 tablespoons butter, softened
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1/2 cup tomato paste
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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1-3/4 cups 2% milk
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2 eggs
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1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Italian cheese blend or part-skim mozzarella cheese