Brunch Egg Casserole

Ingredients

• 1/4 c. butter or margarine
• 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
• 1 c. milk
• 1 c. half and half
• 4 c. (16 oz.) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1/4 tsp. dried whole thyme
• 1/4 tsp. dried whole marjoram
• 1/4 tsp. dried whole basil
• 18 hard-cooked eggs, sliced
• 1/4 c. minced fresh parsley
• 1 lb. bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 1/2 c. bread crumbs
• 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted