INGREDIENTS
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1 (1-ounce) slice white bread
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3 3/4 cups uncooked extra-broad egg noodles
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2 1/2 cups (1 1/2-inch) sliced asparagus
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/8 teaspoon black pepper
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1 cup whole milk
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1 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
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1 tablespoon butter
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3/4 cup finely chopped onion
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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1 1/2 cups (1/2-inch) cubed ham (about 8 ounces)
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1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
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2 tablespoons grated fresh Parmesan cheese