Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 3-3/4 cups uncooked yolk-free whole wheat noodles
  • 2-1/2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon reduced-fat butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup fat-free milk
  • 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked lean ham
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
  • 1/3 cup french-fried onions
  • 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Instruction

  • Cook noodles according to package directions. Preheat oven to 350°. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add asparagus. Cover and cook until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. Drain and set aside., In a large skillet, saute the chopped onion in butter until tender. Combine the flour, thyme and pepper; gradually whisk in milk and broth until smooth. Add milk mixture to the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice., Drain noodles; add the ham, parsley, sauce and asparagus. Transfer to a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with fried onions and cheese., Cover and bake until bubbly, 20 minutes. Uncover and bake until golden brown, 5-10 minutes longer.