1 c. chopped onion
1 clove minced garlic
3 tbsp. olive oil
1/4 c. flour
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. oregano
2 c. water
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1/2 c. red wine
2 cans chopped clams

1. Cook onion and garlic in oil until onion is tender but not brown. Stir in flour, salt and pepper.

2. Add water and tomato sauce; cook, stirring constantly until thickened.

3. Add undrained clams, wine and oregano.

4. Heat thoroughly and simmer 5-10 minutes. Freezes beautifully. Makes 5 cups. Optional but an excellent idea.