Soups are one of the best make-ahead meals. The longer the flavors sit and marry together, the more robust they become. However, we do have some make-ahead notes for this recipe: 1) The pasta in this recipe is nicely al dente when prepared as directed and served immediately; however, it will continue to absorb liquid as it sits. Therefore, you will need to add more broth when ready to reheat and enjoy. 2) If you prefer a more al dente pasta and want to make ahead or freeze it, we recommend cooking the pasta separately and adding it to the soup just before serving. 3) The fresh basil tastes best when added right before serving so, wait until the soup is reheated before garnishing.