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Everyday cooking tips and tricks that work just as well on a boat as on land.

Measuring without measuring spoons, rules of thumb, substitutions, storing produce without refrigeration and everything else you wish you'd known long ago.

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! [More] Can’t Simmer on Your Stove?

Sharpen Your Veggie Peeler

Published on August 16, 2014; last updated on February 22, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

In desperation, I tried sharpening my potato peeler. It worked better than I ever dreamed!

In desperation, I tried sharpening my potato peeler. It worked better than I ever dreamed! [More] Sharpen Your Veggie Peeler

Last Minute “Marinating”

Published on August 9, 2014; last updated on February 22, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Three ways to give the flavor of marinating at the last minute [More] Last Minute “Marinating”

Substituting in Recipes

Published on April 27, 2014; last updated on February 22, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Missing an ingredient? Or a recipe sounds good . . . except for one ingredient? My theory is that the goal is to create a dish that’s good, not necessarily a copy of what someone else made. [More] Substituting in Recipes

Are Green Potatoes Safe to Eat?

Published on March 19, 2014; last updated on June 19, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

If your potatoes have a green tint, can you go ahead and eat them? Anything special you should do? How about potato eyes? [More] Are Green Potatoes Safe to Eat?

Pasta on the Boat

Published on March 3, 2014; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Total win -- al dente pasta with less water, less propane or other fuel, and less heat and steam in the boat!

Total win — al dente pasta with less water, less propane or other fuel, and less heat and steam in the boat! [More] Pasta on the Boat

Contain the Mess

Published on February 3, 2014; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Whether it’s flour on the countertop or a leaking container in the cupboard, a little thought ahead of time can make the clean up a lot easier! [More] Contain the Mess

Freezer Burn?

Published on January 31, 2014; last updated on February 22, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Ugggh . . . freezer burn. How to prevent it and what you can do with meat or veggies that have it. [More] Freezer Burn?

Got a Dropper Bottle?

Published on January 29, 2014; last updated on February 22, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

When you want just a drop or two of a flavor, why not literally use a dropper? [More] Got a Dropper Bottle?

The Secret to Cooking Fish

Published on January 27, 2014; last updated on May 8, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

The secret to cooking fish well is so simple . . . and it actually improved the way I cooked many other foods, too.

The secret to cooking fish well is so simple . . . and it actually improved the way I cooked many other foods, too. [More] The Secret to Cooking Fish

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been cruising over 14 years and 13,000 miles, first on a Tayana 37 monohull and now 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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How Do We Get Internet on the Boat?

May 11, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

Can you get enough internet to work from a boat? Sure, I do. Here are a few tips on how we make it work.  [More] How Do We Get Internet on the Boat?

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