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My Favorite Pork Chops

Published on March 12, 2012; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Growing up, I LOVED the pork chops at The Embers restaurant in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. They even gave away the recipe! Here, I’ve modified it a bit to make a smaller portion, reduce the sodium some and make it a tad more “boat friendly” — but with all the flavor of the original!!

Bread Pan for Boat Galleys

Published on March 9, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Are there really differences in pans? YES! Do you have to spend a fortune to get a good one? NO! Here’s my experience . . .

Spicy Canned Corn

Published on March 5, 2012; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Instead of just heating up a can of corn, spend just a couple extra minutes to add flavor and interest!

Instead of just heating up a can of corn, spend just a couple extra minutes to add flavor and interest!

Egg Cartons on a Boat

Published on March 2, 2012; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Keep your eggs from breaking with these egg cartons — they’re tough so eggs don’t break even if something falls on top of it, and they lock so the eggs won’t fall out.

Easy Water Fill for Boaters

Published on February 27, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Do you fill your water tanks from 5-gallon containers – either jerry cans or purchased water? If so, you’ll appreciate this idea for a funnel that stands up by itself!

Do you fill your water tanks from 5-gallon containers – either jerry cans or purchased water? If so, you’ll appreciate this idea for a funnel that stands up by itself!

Drew’s Jambalaya

Published on February 22, 2012; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Looking for a a great one-pot make-ahead-and-reheat meal? Whether for a weekend on the boat, heading out on a passage, or a hearty meal on a cool day, jambalaya is great. Add some friends, music and cold beer and you've got a party!!

Looking for a a great one-pot make-ahead-and-reheat meal? Whether for a weekend on the boat, heading out on a passage, or a hearty meal on a cool day, jambalaya is great. Add some friends, music and cold beer and you’ve got a party!!

Simple Exhaust Fan for Boats

Published on February 20, 2012; last updated on April 14, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A simple exhaust fan can do a LOT to keep the galley cool, by removing cooking heat and steam. Here's one that you can install in seconds -- no holes in the boat and low power draw!

A simple exhaust fan can do a LOT to keep the galley cool, by removing cooking heat and steam. Here’s one that you can install in seconds — no holes in the boat and low power draw!

Engel Portable Freezer – Refrigerator for Boats

Published on February 15, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Don’t have a refrigerator? freezer? or want more space in yours? The Engle line of portable refrigerator/freezers and drop-in units might be the answer — super-easy to install and very energy efficient!

Trash Compaction for Boaters

Published on February 13, 2012; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you're living on a boat, you don't have much space for trash. Easy ways to compact it!

If you’re living on a boat, you don’t have much space for trash. Easy ways to compact it!

Boat In-Sink Dish Drainer

Published on February 10, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you have a double sink, you can easily make one side into a dish drainer -- great if you're doing dishes underway (or in a rolly anchorage) as dishes are contained and can't fall to the floor!

If you have a double sink, you can easily make one side into a dish drainer — great if you’re doing dishes underway (or in a rolly anchorage) as dishes are contained and can’t fall to the floor!

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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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