"Parmesan crisps are an easy, impressive soup garnish made by melting grated cheese in small rounds...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 Tbs. unsalted butter or olive oil
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 medium onion, chopped (1 cup)
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5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
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2 lb. fresh asparagus (36 to 40 medium-size spears), tips reserved, stalks cut into ½-inch pieces, divided
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1 tsp. dried thyme
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⅓ cup low-fat milk or heavy cream
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1 Tbs. lemon juice
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2 tsp. grated lemon zest