Creamy Stove Top Alfredo with Bacon and Peas

(Courtesy of Better Homes and Gardens)

Ingredients:
4 slices thick-sliced bacon, coarsely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz. dried rotini, penne or rigatoni pasta
1 can (14 1/2 oz.) chicken broth
1 c. water
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
1 c. frozen peas
1/4 c. whipping cream
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese (1 oz.) 
Crumbled crisp-cooked bacon (optional)

Directions:
In a large deep skillet cook the 4 slices bacon until crisp.  Stir in garlic; cook and stir for 30 seconds more.  Stir in pasta, broth, water, salt and pepper.  Bring to boiling; reduce heat.  Simmer, covered, for 12-15 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring once.  Stir in peas, whipping cream and Parmesan cheese.  Cook and stir about 2 minutes more or until heated through.  Serve immediately.  If desired, top with crumbled bacon.