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The Best Way to Save Squash Seeds | 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 | Roots & Boots

How to Start Seeds with the Soil Blocking Method

Start seeds with the soil blocking method and grow more seedlings in less space!  Bonus:...
Real Deal Paleo Sugar Cookies | Roots & Boots

Real Deal Paleo Sugar Cookies

These paleo sugar cookies taste just like the real deal, or maybe even better!  (more…)
Refried Black Beans | Roots & Boots

Healthy Refried Black Beans

We love our Tex-Mex around here, and these refried black beans have become a family...
Chile Relleno Casserole | Roots & Boots

Chile Relleno Casserole with Anaheim Peppers

When you're married to a native Texan, you learn to love Tex Mex dishes like...
A Gentle Approach to Kindergarten | Roots & Boots

A Gentle Approach to Kindergarten

If you've felt the tug towards a more gentle approach to kindergarten for your child,...
How to Choose a Homeschooling Method | Roots & Boots

How to Choose a Homeschooling Method

Maybe you've decided to homeschool your child, but you're wondering how to choose a homeschooling...
Sashiko Fabric Mending | Roots & Boots

DIY Sashiko Fabric Mending

Sashiko fabric mending may seem complicated or even exotic, but it's really quite simple. (more…)
Homemade Paleo Marshmallows | Roots & Boots

Homemade Paleo Marshmallows

Homemade paleo marshmallows are a real treat.  We love to roast them over fall campfires...
Smoked Turkey Soup | Roots & Boots

Smoked Turkey Soup

This smoked turkey soup has become a go to recipe at my house. It's the...
Chocolate Coconut Bark | Roots & Boots

Chocolate Coconut Bark

This easy, no bake chocolate coconut bark is the perfect holiday treat and also makes...
2020 Homestead Living Gift Guide | Roots & Boots

2020 Homestead Living Gift Guide

This holiday season some friends and I have gotten together to help you save on...
Easy Kid-Friendly Holiday Mocktail | Roots & Boots

Easy Kid-Friendly Holiday Mocktail (good for grownups, too!)

Make this easy kid-friendly holiday mocktail the star of the show for your next special...
15 Must-Read Books for Real Foodies | Roots & Boots

15 Must-Read Books for Real Foodies

It was hard to settle on a title for this list of must-read books for...
Homemade Advent Wreath with Foraged Greens | Roots & Boots

Homemade Advent Wreath with Foraged Greens

This year I was determined to create a homemade Advent wreath with foraged greens. (more…)