Beanz meanz Heinz

There has been a flurry of indicators that the weather is changing here on the West coast, and one that is a sure sign that comfort food territory has arrived is the utilization of the slow cooker to make the beans.

It will not be long before we start making stews, soups and the more exotic big pan items and I've been yearning for the stouts and porters once again.

Certain members of the household have already been seen around the abode in comfy tops and slippers....