Asparagus-and-Ham Casserole

INGREDIENTS

slice white bread

3 3/4 cups

uncooked extra-broad egg noodles

2 1/2 cups

(1 1/2-inch) sliced asparagus

1/4 cup

all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp

dried thyme

1/4 tsp

salt

1/8 tsp

black pepper

1 cup

whole milk

1 cup

fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth

1 tbsp

butter

3/4 cup

finely chopped onion

1 tbsp

fresh lemon juice

1 1/2 cups

(1/2-inch) cubed ham (about 8 ounces)

1/4 cup

chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

2 tbsp

grated fresh Parmesan cheese