The Perfect Duo Casserole | Command Cooking

Ingredients

• 3 ounces cream cheese
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil, divided
• 12 (1/2-inch-thick) slices Italian, sourdough, or rye bread
• 6 slices mozzarella cheese, part-skim
• 6 tablespoons butter, softened
• 1/2 cup tomato paste
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 3/4 cups 2% milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup Italian cheese blend, shredded