"It sounds almost inedible, but assuming you can get normally harsh-tasting garlic to turn mellow and sweet, you’ll understand how this dish became a French classic...."
INGREDIENTS
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40 garlic cloves, peeled
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2 teaspoons vegetable oil
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1/2 teaspoon sugar
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8 (5- to 7-ounce) bone-in chicken thighs, trimmed
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Salt and pepper
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1/2 cup dry sherry
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3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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2 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon water
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2 sprigs fresh thyme
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1 bay leaf