Sprouting

15 Creative Ways to Use Sprouts

Sprouts are a great food storage item, but sometimes it’s hard to think of ways to use them. Check out these 15 creative ideas and start sprouting today!

Blasts from the Past: Learning the Lost Arts of Self Reliance

See how Jodi has taught herself some of the old-fashioned skills such as canning, sprouting, etc.

How to Grow Easter Grass with Wheat

This is such a fun activity to do with your family. I learned about it at my son’s preschool and knew that I had to post it here for you all to enjoy. Make sure to do it a week or two before Easter so you can have enough time for your grass to start […]

Day 7: Food Storage Christmas (legumes)

On the seventh day of “Food Storage Christmas” my true love gave to me, seven types of beans …

Basics of Sprouting

Sprouting can fall under several of our BabySteps since you can sprout many grains, legumes, and other foods. However, the biggest benefit of sprouts is that they can act as a fresh “vegetable” in your diet so we are covering it under the Fruits and Vegetables step. If this feels overwhelming to you, don’t worry, […]

How to Grow Sprouts

My gardening bug bit me already this year. But since it’s still a little early to REALLY get started I decided to have a go at sprouting. We have heard that sprouts are really good for you and a GREAT food storage item (so watch for some future posts about the benefits/usages/etc.) but for now […]