Lentils in Butter

• 375 g (12 oz) brown lentils
• 1 onion, finely chopped

Clean and wash the lentils, and soak them in cold water for a few hours if possible. Drain well.

In a large saucepan fry the onion and garlic in 2 tablespoons hot butter until the onion is soft and golden. Add the lentils and stir with the butter in the pan for a minute or two. Pour in about