Created by TwisSis on October 19, 2016
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350F. In a sml bowl, mix cream cheese & 1 tsp basil until blended. Spread onto 6 bread slices. Top w/mozzarella cheese & remaining bread. Spread outsides of sandwiches w/butter. Arrange in a greased 13x9-in baking dish.
Step 2: In a sml saucepan, combine tomato paste, garlic, salt, pepper & remaining basil. Cook & stir over med heat 1 min. Gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, reduce heat & simmer (uncovered) 4-5 min or until thickened, stirring frequently. Remove from heat.
Step 3: Whisk eggs in a lrg bowl. Gradually whisk in 1/3 of the milk mixture. Stir in remaining milk mixture. Pour over sandwiches & sprinkle w/Italian cheese blend.
Step 4: Bake (uncovered) for 25-30 min or until golden brown & cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.