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INGREDIENTS
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Butter, for greasing the pan
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3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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2 large or 4 small shallots, minced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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Two 15-ounce cans diced tomatoes
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1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup whole milk, at room temperature
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Pinch ground nutmeg
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Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
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2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
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1 cup grated Parmesan
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1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted (see Cook's Note)
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1 clove garlic, smashed
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Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
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1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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Kosher salt
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1 3/4 cups yellow cornmeal
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1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into pieces, at room temperature
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Grilled bread, for serving