1 c. lentils (soak lentils in water overnight)
2 tbsp. butter
2 med. onions, chopped
2 med. garlic cloves, minced
2 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce
1 bay leaf
1 tsp. sugar
Salt and pepper
3 tbsp. chopped parsley
1 to 1 1/2 lb. kalabasa sausage, chopped

After soaking lentils overnight, combine with remaining ingredients. Simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours at least. Can be frozen.