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If you’re a fan of the delectable White Chocolate and Orange Mousse served alongside vanilla bean chiffon cake at the Pot Eats Booth in Epcot, then you’re in for a treat. While the official recipe may be a well-kept secret, you can still recreate this delightful dessert at home with an unofficial dupe.

This dish is based on the White Chocolate and Orange Mousse served alongside vanilla bean chiffon cake from the Pop Eats Booth at Epcot. Find more unofficial, dupe recipes from this festival here at my masterlist.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cans (28 oz each) whole peeled tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Soup:
   • In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
   • Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
   • Pour in the whole peeled tomatoes with their juices. Break up the tomatoes with a spoon.
   • Add vegetable or chicken broth, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 20-25 minutes.
   • Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
   • Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
   • Adjust the seasoning if needed.
2. Grilled Cheese with Pimento Cheese, Bacon, and Fried Green Tomato:

Ingredients:

• 8 slices of your favorite bread
• Pimento cheese (store-bought or homemade)
• 8 slices bacon, cooked
• 1 large green tomato, sliced
• Flour for dredging
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Butter for grilling

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Fried Green Tomatoes:
   • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Dredge green tomato slices in flour, season with salt and pepper.
   • Fry the tomato slices in a bit of oil until golden brown on both sides. Set aside.
2. Assemble the Grilled Cheese:
   • Spread a generous amount of pimento cheese on one side of each bread slice.
   • Place bacon slices and fried green tomato slices on half of the bread slices.
   • Top with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
3. Grill the Sandwiches:
   • Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Melt a bit of butter.
   • Grill the sandwiches until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, flipping halfway through.

Serve: Serve the classic Tomato Soup alongside the Grilled Cheese with Pimento Cheese, Bacon, and Fried Green Tomato. Garnish the soup with fresh basil if desired.

This comforting meal combines the classic warmth of tomato soup with the indulgent flavors of a grilled cheese sandwich, featuring the southern charm of pimento cheese, bacon, and fried green tomato. Enjoy the savory delight!