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Oven Baking Unevenly?

Published on November 6, 2017; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

An oven that bakes unevenly -- say burning food on one side while leaving the other side underdone -- is SO frustrating. But there's a simple solution that doesn't involve a new oven!

An oven that bakes unevenly — say burning food on one side while leaving the other side underdone — is SO frustrating. But there’s a simple solution that doesn’t involve a new oven!

Lighting a Propane Stove

Published on April 25, 2017; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to light a boat or RV propane stove and how the safety mechanisms work. If you're having problems getting yours to light, read this!

How to light a boat or RV propane stove and how the safety mechanisms work. If you’re having problems getting yours to light, read this!

Can’t Simmer on Your Stove?

Published on February 27, 2017; last updated on January 1, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

There's a very simple solution if you can't turn your stove burners down far enough to simmer food. Better yet, it's inexpensive!

There’s a very simple solution if you can’t turn your stove burners down far enough to simmer. Inexpensive, too!

Real-Life Galley Storage

Published on February 17, 2017; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

What do galley storage areas on a boat look like in real life? A photo tour of the lockers on our boat just as they really are!

American Press Coffee Maker

Published on December 3, 2016; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

The American Press Coffee Maker -- no electricity need, no glass to break, no filters to throw away -- just delicious coffee!

The American Press Coffee Maker — no electricity need, no glass to break, no filters to throw away — just delicious coffee!

Too Many Spares on Hand?

Published on October 19, 2015; last updated on October 17, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you keep from realizing that you’re almost out of something and buying a spare . . . several times over?

How to Remember the Meal Plan

Published on August 4, 2015; last updated on June 20, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Planning meals isn’t the hard part for me — it’s remembering what I was planning so that I don’t waste food. I finally found a solution!

What’s In The Refrigerator?

Published on July 1, 2015; last updated on July 9, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

A simple way to know what’s in the refrigerator and what needs to be eaten soon. Save money and don’t waste food with this easy solution.

Storing Cabbage Without Refrigeration

Published on June 8, 2015; last updated on August 7, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to store cabbage without refrigeration for a month or longer and why it’s so good to have as part of your provisions.

Mold on Maple Syrup

Published on March 13, 2015; last updated on December 30, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Real maple syrup will mold if not stored properly. Learn the correct way to store it for the longest life and best flavor.

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