Baby Clam & Sausage Soup

Submitted by: Rick Tytko 

Ingredients:

• 1 – Tbsp. Olive oil
• 8 oz. Italian Sausage, casing removed
• 1 Cup Fresh Mushrooms
• 1/2 tsp. Minced garlic
• 1 – 28 oz. Can diced tomatoes w/juice
• 1 – 8 oz. Bottle Clam juice
• 1 – 10 oz. Can baby clams, chopped

Directions:

1. In a large saucepan, combine oil, garlic, sausage and mushrooms. Saute until sausage is no longer pink. Stir in tomatoes, clam juice and clams. Bring to a boil. Spoon into bowls and top with garlic or other flavored croutons, if desired

Makes 4-6 servings.