Orzo and pea soup

2 cups fresh peas (shelled)
1 1/3 cup orzo
6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 small onion, finely chopped
6 cups chicken broth
small handful fresh thyme, chopped

Cook orzo until al dente, drain. Saute onions and garlic until soft, stir in thyme. Add chicken broth, peas and orzo and simmer until peas are just tender. Top with grated pecorino or parmesan cheese.

Served with crusty bread, tuna canned in olive oil, and fresh tomato slices.