Instructions: Wash clams thoroughly, discarding any opened shells. Set aside.

Brown sausage in a Dutch oven over medium heat; drain on paper towels, and set aside.

Cook onion and garlic in olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until tender. Add potatoes and next 5 ingredients. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in tomatoes.

Remove 2 cups mixture, and pour into container of an electric blender. Process until smooth, stopping once to scrape down sides. Return to Dutch oven.

Bring to a boil. Add clams; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 4 to 5 minutes or until clam shells open. (Discard any unopened shell.) Stir in sausage and parsley; cook until thoroughly heated.

This recipe yields 12 servings.

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