5 lasagne noodles
1/2 tsp. crushed thyme
2 tbsp. flour
1 c. Mozzarella cheese
1 c. (15 oz.) asparagus spears
2 cloves minced garlic
2 tbsp. butter
1 1/3 c. milk
1 c. julienne ham

Cook noodles as directed, drain and cut in half crosswise. In saucepan, cook garlic and thyme in butter. Blend in flour. Cook, stirring constantly about 2 minutes. Stir in milk, cook, stirring constantly until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.

In buttered 2-quart microwave dish, layer 1/3 of noodles, sauce, cheese, ham and asparagus. Repeat layers twice. Cover and cook in microwave, 9-10 minutes, turning twice. 4 servings.