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Silicone Pan Lids – Quiet on a Boat

Published on January 16, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Missing a pan lid or just want ones that don’t clank? Silicone lids are the answer!

Make Your Own Taco Seasoning

Published on January 13, 2012; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Make your own taco seasoning: you control how spicy or mild it is, naturally low sodium and much cheaper than buying packets. And I prefer the flavor!

Make your own taco seasoning: you control how spicy or mild it is, naturally low sodium and much cheaper than buying packets. And I prefer the flavor!

How to Bone a Chicken Breast (Video)

Published on January 9, 2012; last updated on July 24, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts take up less space in the refrigerator. If you can’t buy them, it’s easy to bone your own with this step by step video.

Grilled Garlic Bread

Published on January 4, 2012; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Here’s a quick and easy way to make just a few slices of garlic bread — also great if you don’t have an oven.

Quick Biscuits

Published on January 2, 2012; last updated on January 10, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Want biscuits in a hurry but don’t have any Bisquick? Try these quick and easy drop biscuits — less than 5 minutes to mix up!

Spinach & Tomatoes

Published on December 30, 2011; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Who knew canned spinach could actually taste good? It does, with this recipe!

Who knew canned spinach could actually taste good? It does, with this recipe!

Turtle Brownies

Published on December 29, 2011; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A wonderful treat for a special occasion — with a variation in case you can’t get a German Chocolate cake mix.

My Favorite Boat Galley Gear

Published on December 28, 2011; last updated on March 4, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

14 photos from a Caliber 40 to give you ideas for monohull galley storage. Step-by-step organizational tips to stow everything securely for easy use.

Five items I didn’t think too much about before moving aboard — but that turned out to be treasures!

Maple Granola

Published on December 23, 2011; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

It's easy to make your own granola and the ingredient list can be flexible to accomodate your tastes -- and what you have available!

It’s easy to make your own granola and the ingredient list can be flexible to accomodate your tastes — and what you have available!

Gingerbread Cake

Published on December 21, 2011; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Like the idea of gingerbread men but not the work? Make a gingerbread cake and decorate it with a gingerbread man theme!

Like the idea of gingerbread men but not the work? Make a gingerbread cake and decorate it with a gingerbread man theme!

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been living on a boat and cruising over 17 years and 13,000 miles, first on a Tayana 37 monohull and then on a 34' Gemini catamaran. Along the way, we sold pretty much everything we owned (twice!), gained a great boat dog, had a bunch of wonderful times and some adventures . . . and learned a ton about what does and doesn't work!

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