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Rice or Pasta Salad “Recipe”

Published on March 23, 2011; last updated on January 14, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to make a great rice or pasta salad for a group or to eat over several days — great make-ahead meal for passages!

Snacks for a Boat Passage

Published on March 21, 2011; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Going for a sail and want some ideas for snacks that are easy, nutritious and delicious? Here are 11!

Couscous Chicken

Published on March 18, 2011; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Tasty 5-minute meal, using couscous, canned chicken and tomatoes. Delicious in no time at all.

Easy Boat Meals When You Just Don’t Want to Cook

Published on March 16, 2011; last updated on March 19, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

After a long day on the water, the last thing you want is to cook. Here are 8 boat-friendly meals ready in 5 minutes.

Kitchen Shears

Published on March 9, 2011; last updated on December 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

My Wusthof kitchen shears are wonderful for boning meat and doing other tough chores.

Corned Beef Dip

Published on March 7, 2011; last updated on January 15, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Use canned corned beef to make this quick and easy dip — great when it’ll be a while before a meal and you want a hearty appetizer.

Great Grater for a Boat Galley

Published on March 4, 2011; last updated on January 6, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

A review of features to look for in a grater and a recommendation for the best grater for frequent use, particularly on a boat.

Easy Vinaigrette Salad Dressing

Published on March 2, 2011; last updated on January 21, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Quick and easy recipe for vinaigrette salad dressing made from ingredients you have on hand and naturally lower calorie than most vinegar and oil dressings. No refrigeration needed, either!

Dish Drainer for a Boat Kitchen

Published on February 26, 2011; last updated on January 19, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Tiny to store and able to hold lots of dishes, this idea for a dish drainer is perfect for a boat or any small kitchen.

How to Cut Up a Chicken

Published on February 13, 2011; last updated on January 24, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Free downloads and videos showing exactly how to cut up a chicken and bone it. Useful if you can only buy a whole chicken and also saves space!