Hard-Cooked Egg and Basil-Butter Sandwich

1. 1

   Place the eggs in a medium pot and cover with water.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil, then turn off the heat.

3. 3

   Have a bowl of ice water ready.

4. 4

   After 9 minutes, transfer the eggs to the ice water to cool completely.

5. 5

   Peel and slice.

6. 6

   In a small bowl, stir together the butter, lemon juice and a pinch salt.

7. 7

   Stir in the basil and the garlic, if using.

8. 8

   Spread the bread thickly with seasoned butter, all the way to the edges.

9. 9

   Lay the egg slices on four of the bread slices and season with salt and pepper.

10. 10

    Top with lettuce leaves and the remaining bread.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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