INGREDIENTS
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3 cups (1/2-inch) sliced asparagus (about 1 pound)
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2 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
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3/4 teaspoon fresh thyme, divided
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1 bay leaf
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1 garlic clove, crushed
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
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2 cups 1% low-fat milk
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Dash of ground nutmeg
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2 teaspoons butter
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon grated lemon rind