INGREDIENTS
2 lb
deep orange sweet potatoes (3 or 4 medium total), peeled and sliced 1/8 in. thick
1
large shallot, thinly sliced, rings separated
2 tsp
chopped fresh thyme leaves, plus a thyme sprig
About 1 tsp. kosher salt
About 1/2 tsp. pepper
2 cups
shredded aged gouda cheese
4 tbsp
flour, divided
3/4 cup
whipping cream
3/4 cup
reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth