1/4 c. butter
1/4 c. flour
1 c. cream
1 c. milk
1/4 tsp. thyme
1/4 tsp. marjoram
1/4 tsp. basil
1 lb. grated, very sharp cheddar cheese
1 1/2 doz. hard boiled eggs, sliced very thin
1 lb. bacon, sauteed, drained, crumbled
1/4 c. finely chopped parsley
Buttered bread crumbs

Melt butter, blend in flour, add cream and milk gradually. Cook, stirring until thick. Add herbs. Add cheese to white sauce, stir until melted. Place a layer of sliced eggs in casserole. Sprinkle crumbled bacon over eggs. Sprinkle parsley over bacon. Add layer of cheese sauce over eggs, bacon and parsley. Repeat two more layers. Sprinkle top with buttered bread crumbs. Bake, uncovered at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Serves 8 to 10.