Creamy Bacon and Cheddar Scalloped Zucchini

Name: Creamy Bacon-and-Cheddar Scalloped Zucchini
Ingredients: 1 tbsp. unsalted butter, plus more room temperature for brushing; 1 tbsp. minced garlic; 1.5 c. heavy cream; 2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves; 2.5 lb. medium zucchini, ends trimmed and thinly sliced; 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped; 3 c. Sargento® Creamery Shredded Natural Cheddar Cheese (two 6-oz. bags)