Cook's Illustrated Scalloped Potatoes Recipe - (3.4/5)

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 small onion , minced
• 2 medium cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 teaspoons table salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 pounds russet potatoes , peeled and cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese