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Hot Weather Meals

Published on August 10, 2020; last updated on December 18, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

Five easy, no-cook hot weather meals for when it’s over 100 for days on end and you don’t have air conditioning. Don’t just survive, have great meals!

Boxed Milk

Published on August 8, 2020; last updated on August 8, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Boxed milk does not need to be refrigerated until it is opened and can be stored three to six months with no special treatment.

Reduce What’s In The Refrigerator

Published on May 3, 2020; last updated on July 2, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Three ways to reduce what’s in the refrigerator — essential for living with a small refrigerator, whether in a boat, RV or off the grid.

Do You Need to Refrigerate Mayonnaise?

Published on April 27, 2020; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you don’t have a refrigerator or don’t have space in it, one simple rule lets you keep open mayonnaise in the cupboard.

Using Dehydrated Food

Published on March 28, 2020; last updated on June 29, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

What I do and don’t like about cooking with dehydrated meats and veggies after four months of doing so — plus tips for better results!

Canned Meat Meal Ideas

Published on March 23, 2020; last updated on April 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Canned meat meal ideas.

Canned meats are great in all sorts of recipes, not just as sandwich fillers. 54 ideas for great meals!

Ciguatera Poisoning

Published on March 1, 2020; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

How much do you really know about ciguatera poisoning? How prevalent is it? How serious is it? What you need to know before you eat another piece of fish.

How much do you really know about ciguatera poisoning? How prevalent is it? How serious is it? What you need to know before you eat another piece of fish.

Living with a Small Refrigerator

Published on February 25, 2020; last updated on October 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Does your boat have a tiny refrigerator? Then you need my best tips for going two weeks or more between grocery trips. It’s easier than you think.

A Manual Juicer–Great For a Boat

Published on March 30, 2019; last updated on November 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock/Molly Eberhare

The best manual juicer

Yes, you can juice fruits and vegetables on a boat. And without electricity!

Etee Reusable Food Wraps

Published on June 4, 2018; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Looking for an alternative to carrying -- and throwing away -- boxes of plastic bags, cling wrap and aluminum foil? Etee Wraps are a solid alternative with the bonus of keeping some foods fresh longer!

Looking for an alternative to carrying — and throwing away — boxes of plastic bags, cling wrap and aluminum foil? Etee Wraps are a solid alternative with the bonus of keeping some foods fresh longer!

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