wifely duties.

husband has strep throat, for the second time in two weeks.

rough time.

so, I prepared one of our new favorite recipes, Tomato Basil Soup.

We were both a little skeptical, but it is a big hit in the Aldous home.

it's inexpensive, healthy, super-quick and totally delicious.

(who am I kidding, it has a stick of butter in it. oh and whipping cream. mmm delicious...)

luckily, a three-day weekend is just what the doctor ordered.

Ingredients

• 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
• 18 fresh basil leaves, minced
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup whipping cream
• 1/2 cup butter or margarine

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, bring the tomatoes and broth to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Add basil and sugar. Reduce heat to low; stir in cream and butter. Cook until butter is melted.