Steps

  1. In saucepan melt butter, cook garlic for 1 min. Add flour, thyme, salt, and pepper; cook, stirring for 1 minute.
  2. Gradually whisk in milk; cook, whisking constantly until boiling and thickened.
  3. Peel and slice potatoes. Place 1/3 in casserole dish; spread 1/2 onion overtop. Repeat layers.
  4. Arrange remaining potatoes on top. Pour sauce over using knife to ease sauce between layers.
  5. Bake at 350 F for 1 hour, covered.
  6. Uncover and bake for another 30 minutes. Serve.