Ham & Asparagus Casserole

INGREDIENTS

3 3/4 cups

uncooked yolk-free whole wheat noodles

2 1/2 cups

cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)

medium onion, chopped

1 tbsp

reduced-fat butter

1/4 cup

all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp

dried thyme

1/8 tsp

pepper

1 cup

fat-free milk

1 cup

reduced-sodium chicken broth

1 tbsp

lemon juice

1 1/2 cups

cubed fully cooked lean ham

1/4 cup

minced fresh parsley

1/3 cup

french-fried onions

2 tbsp

shredded Parmesan cheese