Basque Beans

Soak beans overnight. Drain and cover with cold water; add bay leaf, garlic and parsley. Simmer until beans are tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Remove bay leaf and salt to taste. Drain off 1 cup of liquid from beans and reserve. Cook onions and chorizo sausages in oil. When meat is brown, drain off fat and add tomatoes and oregano. Combine meat and onion mixture with beans. Pour into large covered casserole an bake in 350 degree oven for 1 1/2 hours. Remove cover during last half hour of baking. Add some of the reserved bean liquid if beans become dry. Makes 10 to 12 servings.