Kathleen | Roots & Boots, Author at Roots & Boots

The Best Way to Save Squash Seeds

Wondering how to save squash seeds from your homegrown harvest? The process is super simple!

How to Start Seeds with the Soil Blocking Method

Start seeds with the soil blocking method and grow more seedlings in less space! Bonus: you’ll use less plastic and fewer supplies.

Real Deal Paleo Sugar Cookies

These paleo sugar cookies taste just like the real deal, or maybe even better!

Healthy Refried Black Beans

We love our Tex-Mex around here, and these refried black beans have become a family favorite. Simple to prepare and bursting with flavor, they pair well with any kind of eggs or tacos.

Chile Relleno Casserole with Anaheim Peppers

When you’re married to a native Texan, you learn to love Tex Mex dishes like this chile relleno casserole with Anaheim peppers. It’s a family favorite! This chile relleno casserole works well for breakfast or dinner. It also provides a fun Tex Mex twist to the standard egg-based brunch menu.

A Gentle Approach to Kindergarten

If you’ve felt the tug towards a more gentle approach to kindergarten for your child, you’re not alone.

How to Choose a Homeschooling Method

Maybe you’ve decided to homeschool your child, but you’re wondering how to choose a homeschooling method.

DIY Sashiko Fabric Mending

Sashiko fabric mending may seem complicated or even exotic, but it’s really quite simple.

Homemade Paleo Marshmallows

Homemade paleo marshmallows are a real treat. We love to roast them over fall campfires (with these homemade “graham” crackers) and add them to hot cocoa in the winter. They’re also a fun option for Valentine’s Day, Easter, or really any time of the year!