Old Fashioned Bacon and Thyme Scalloped Potato Recipe

Sliced scalloped potatoes in a creamy sauce, garnished with herbs, served on a white plate with a fork. Text overlay reads: Homemade Bacon and Thyme Scalloped Potatoes Without Canned Soup—a comforting classic recipe featuring savory bacon and fragrant thyme in every bite.

Old Fashioned Bacon and Thyme Scalloped Potato Recipe

Creamy old-fashioned scalloped potatoes with crispy bacon, fresh thyme, and a homemade sauce—no canned soup needed. An easy, comforting side dish that's perfect for holidays, family dinners, and potlucks.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword cheesy potatoes, no canned soup, potatoes, scalloped potatoes

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 1 29

Total Time 1 49

Servings

Calories 433kcal

Author Christina

Ingredients

6 slices bacon
3 pounds Yukon Gold or russet potatoes peeled and thinly sliced
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Chop bacon into small pieces and cook until browned. Drain on a paper towel.
Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Melt butter in a saucepan with 1 tablespoon of the bacon grease. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
Slowly whisk in milk and cream until smooth.
Add seasonings and cook until thickened.
Stir in cheddar cheese if using.
Layer half the potatoes in the baking dish and cover with half the sauce.
Repeat with remaining potatoes and sauce.
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Cover with foil and bake for 60 minutes.
Remove foil and bake another 25–35 minutes until tender and golden.
Sprinkle bacon bits on top.
Let rest for 10–15 minutes before serving.

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