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Zucchini or Carrot Bread Recipe

Published on January 2, 2011; last updated on April 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Recipe for a healthier zucchini or carrot bread — yum! Easy to make by hand. Dairy-free!

Vegetable Salad a la Que Tal

Published on December 31, 2010; last updated on April 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A great vegetable salad, using both fresh and canned veggies, with lots of variations!

A great vegetable salad, using both fresh and canned veggies, with lots of variations!

Artichoke or Mushroom Dip

Published on December 28, 2010; last updated on April 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Want an easy appetizer that's sure to please? This dip is great for parties -- with plenty of variations, including one that's dairy-free.

Want an easy appetizer that’s sure to please? This dip is great for parties — with plenty of variations, including one that’s dairy-free.

Serving/Salad Bowl for Cruiser Potlucks

Published on December 19, 2010; last updated on January 6, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Even if it is accidentally dropped, these bowls won’t spill your salad or other foods on the way to a potluck.

Green Bean Casserole from Scratch

Published on December 17, 2010; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

You can still make green bean casserole even if you can't find Cream of Mushroom soup or French-fried onions.

You can still make green bean casserole even if you can’t find Cream of Mushroom soup or French-fried onions.

Best Salt & Pepper Shakers on a Boat

Published on December 17, 2010; last updated on December 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

On a boat, with the typical high humidity, you need a salt shaker with a good seal on it. My choice is . . .

Mashed Potatoes by Hand

Published on December 14, 2010; last updated on January 9, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you don’t have an electric mixer, it’s easy to make mashed potatoes by hand.

Meat or Yogurt Thermometer

Published on December 13, 2010; last updated on August 30, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

Wondering if your roast chicken is done? Making yogurt and want to know if the milk is the right temperature? You need a good thermometer in your boat galley!

How to Store Seafood in Your Boat Refrigerator

Published on December 11, 2010; last updated on December 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Tips for freezing fish and seafood on a boat when cruising

Non-Slip Solutions for Boat Life

Published on December 9, 2010; last updated on January 15, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Hundreds of options exist for boat dishes. Get the pros and cons of Corelle, tempered glass, melamine, plastic and aluminum.

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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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