Kathleen | Roots & Boots
How to Raise Pastured Poultry, Part 1: DIY Brooder Pen
It’s going to be a crazy next few months, y’all, what with moving, installing new gardens, mending fences, and adding pigs, more laying hens and more meat birds to our homestead. On top of all the renovations in the new house. Oh, and did I mention we’re thinking of boarding horses? Yep, it’ll be a…
How to Make Kombucha
I’ve received several questions lately about how to make kombucha, so it’s time for a tell-all post…
Help Me Makeover Our New Kitchen
Y’all, we closed on the new farm last Friday. It still feels a bit surreal, but it’s really happening! It’s time to hit the ground running with renovations, and I need your help!
Paleo Sesame Garlic Chicken with Broccoli & Sweet Potatoes
Paleo Sesame Garlic Chicken with Broccoli & Sweet Potatoes is a simple one-pot meal with flavorful results fancy enough for guests or a special occasion.
Unrefined Sea Salt: You’re Probably Not Getting Enough
All the terrible things you’ve heard about salt are true, but only when it comes to table salt. Real salt, on the other hand, is necessary for good health. And you’re probably not getting enough of it.
Onion Nut Dehydrator Crackers
I’m not strictly Paleo, but I do feel so much better when avoiding grains. For that reason, I’ve been determined to find nutrient-dense, grain-free substitutes for all of the grain-filled convenience foods my family used to rely on. These onion nut dehydrator crackers are one of my biggest grain-free wins!
The Best Livestock Guardian Dog for Chickens
Note from Kathleen: Today I’m welcoming my favorite guest post author…my husband, Mr. Native Texan! Also known as Greg. He’s definitely the animal expert on our homestead, so I’m going to let him tell you all about our experience with our livestock guardian dog Mudge.
3 Acre Homestead for Sale in Northern Virginia
In 2012, Mr. Native Texan hit the big 4-0. In honor of such a momentous occasion I gave him a chicken coop plus a few laying hens. He loved it, and the rest was history! Later this year (2018), it’s my turn to celebrate four decades. So we’re buying a 20-acre farm.
Spring Survival Roller Blend
Spring is just around the corner, y’all, and I’m already feeling the effects. Achoo! Thankfully, we’ve got natural solutions like this spring pollen essential oil roller blend.
Egg-Free Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies
This recipe for egg-free Paleo chocolate chip cookies is both simple and tasty. It’s a go-to recipe at my house when we want something sweet without too much effort.