Brunch Egg Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/4 c. butter or margarine
1/4 c. flour
1 c. milk
1 c. half and half
4 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1/4 tsp. dried whole thyme
1/4 tsp. dried marjoram
1/4 tsp. dried basil
18 hard-cooked eggs
1/4 c. minced fresh parsley
1 lb. bacon, cooked, drained and crumbled
1 1/2 c. soft bread crumbs
2 Tbsp. butter, melted
garnish with parsley sprigs

Preparation

Melt 1/4 cup butter in heavy saucepan over low heat; add flour.
Stir until smooth.
Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add milk and half and half.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly.
Add cheese and herbs, stirring until cheese melts.