1 lb. hot Italian sausage
1 lb. fresh mushrooms, chopped
2 c. sliced onion
1 (28 oz.) can whole tomatoes
1 c. dry white wine
1 c. clam juice
2 tbsp. fresh or 2 tsp. dried basil
1 tbsp. garlic, minced
1 lg. bunch parsley, chopped
6 oz. littleneck clams, scrubbed (opt.)

Brown sausage, onions and mushrooms in large pot. Add remaining ingredients. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, 30 minutes. Serve with crusty bread.