Pasta e Piselli

Directions

1. 1
   Cook pasta as label directs in boiling salted water; drain.
2. 2
   Meanwhile, in 4-quart saucepan or saucepot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. 3
   Add garlic; cook until golden, about 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Remove saucepan from heat.
5. 5
   Then, carefully add chicken broth, tomatoes with their juice, basil, and 1/2 cup water.
6. 6
   Return to heat; heat to boiling.
7. 7
   Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 5 minutes; discard garlic.
8. 8
   Add peas and pasta; heat through.
9. 9
   Serve soup with grated Parmesan cheese if you like.