Zuppa

1 cup onion, chopped
2 tbsp garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
6 1/2 cups clams, chopped and drained (can use canned) (save drained juice)
6 cups clam juice or chicken broth
2 cups tomatoes, diced with juice (italian blend in a can works well)
1/2 cup black olives, chopped
2 cups escarole, chopped
1/4tsp red pepper flakes, crushed



In a large pot toss in the onion, garlic and oil and sauté at medium heat. Then toss in the reserved juice with all the ingredients except clams.  Bring to a simmer, (about 20 minutes).  Add the clams and cook for another 20 minutes.  Serve
Serves about 8.  I like to serve with french bread.