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A fillet of spicy bourbon glazed salmon over couscous.

Spicy Bourbon Glazed Baked Salmon

A large bowl of Pressure Cooker Spiced Butternut Squash & Red Lentil Soup

Pressure Cooker Spiced Butternut Squash & Red Lentil Soup

A large bowl of air fryer kale chips with sesame.

Air Fryer Sesame Kale Chips

Up-close picture of air fryer green beans with lemon.

Air Fryer Green Beans with Lemon (Healthy & Vegan!)

A sliced loaf of lemon blueberry muffin bread.

Lemon Blueberry Muffin Bread

Syrup pouring over fluffy whole wheat belgian waffles.

Fluffy Whole Wheat Belgian Waffles

A plate of Air Fryer Smashed Garlic Parmesan Baby Potatoes

Air Fryer Smashed Garlic Parmesan Baby Potatoes

Mae's Menu's Best Recipes of 2019

Best Recipes of 2019

A large pan of savory bread pudding with butternut squash and mushrooms.

Savory Bread Pudding Recipe with Mushrooms & Butternut Squash

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Treat your family this Presidents Day with this SP

Treat your family this Presidents Day with this SPICY BOURBON GLAZED SALMON!
It’s spicy, sweet, comforting, and offers all the health benefits of salmon all while taking LESS THAN 20 MINUTES TO MAKE! 🤯 Make this dish tonight! The recipe is now live at the clickable link in my bio or at the URL below.
Https://maesmenu.com/recipes/spicy-baked-bourbon-glazed-salmon/

And my second unexpected benefit of running or wor

And my second unexpected benefit of running or working out is... SOCIAL!! Though I still love a good run alone, I’ve been so blessed with amazing friends to run with! In fact, I probably see them more than I see any other friends each week, making it such an awesome way to work on my fitness while seeing friends!
Not only do runs go by faster with other friends, they help to motivate me in the early mornings (lol) and have been amazing to chat about all the ups and downs of life with.
We’re also training for a trail run together in June! Should be fun. 💪 So, if you’re just getting into running, I recommend looking for your crew so you can motivate each other along the way! And if you’re a veteran and don’t have a running group yet, I recommend checking one out. You never know what new found love of the sport it will bring. ☺️ Tag your running friends in this post and tell them how much you appreciate them, this valentine’s day weekend! I would tag mine, but none of them are on IG 😉😂

This SPICED BUTTERNUT SQUASH & RED LENTIL SOUP is

This SPICED BUTTERNUT SQUASH & RED LENTIL SOUP is for all my #pressurecooker or #instantpot cooking friends out there!
Red lentils, butternut squash, Indian curry spices, coconut milk and broth come together in a delicious and healthy soup that cooks for only 5 MINUTES in the pressure cooker!! 😱 Oh, and it’s gluten-free, dairy-free, full of slow-digesting carbs, and can (super easily) be made vegan!
Do yourself a favor and make this soup tonight! The recipe is now live at the (clickable) link in my bio or at the URL below!
https://maesmenu.com/recipes/pressure-cooker-spiced-red-lentil-butternut-squash-soup/

✨ Running (& fitness!!) Changes EVERYTHING!! ...

✨ Running (& fitness!!) Changes EVERYTHING!! ... And not always in the way we expect. ✨ As I’ve been debating lately whether or not I want to train for another marathon this year, I have been reflecting on how much running (& fitness!) brings to my life.
Of course there may be the improved endurance and/or strength, some increased muscle tone, or clothes fitting a differently, but what’s really amazing are the social, emotional, and psychological benefits of working out or training!
So, in my next few lifestyle posts here I’m going to go more into these different benefits that have brought so much to my life! ✨ Tonight’s focus: PSYCHOLOGICAL! ✨
I started training for my first marathon after I realized the only reason I hadn’t ever ran one was because someone important in my life growing up told me I “couldn’t”. Once I realized how ludicrous this was, my stubborn side kicked in and I said “F that!!” .. and I got to work training. Taking it just one day at a time and trusting the process.
I started struggling to run 3-4 miles a day and now— a little over 2 years later — I routinely run 40-50 miles a week (often 60+ when I’m training) and I’ve shaved 45 minutes off my first marathon time!
This process of breaking my big goals down into day-by-day mini goals has bled into every other area of my life — especially professionally. Am I often overwhelmed by how far I want to go? Of course!! But then I remind myself to tackle what I need to do today and trust that, after doing that everyday, things will come together.
And then, when I head out for my daily runs it’s a reminder to me to keep on keeping, looking forward to those times when I can look back and see how the discipline paid off!
Now, I’d love to hear from you! What has running or fitness brought to YOUR life?!

I’m officially hooked on my #ninjafoodi air frye

I’m officially hooked on my #ninjafoodi air fryer and these AIR FRYER SESAME KALE CHIPS are not helping the situation!
Crunchy, full of savory umami flavor, rich in healthy fats, and a great way to enjoy these healthy greens, Chris and I keep destroying bowls of these kale chips!! Oh, yeah, and they’re vegan, gluten free, Keto, and ready in 3 steps and under 20 minutes! 😍 Essentially, these bad boys are a miracle food that dropped from the heavens. And if there’s anything I could be addicted to, I guess they’re a good bet?! 🤷‍♀️😇 Get the recipe live on the site now at the clickable link in my bio or below!
Https://maesmenu.com/recipes/air-fried-kale-chips-sesame/

A snow storm is supposedly coming our way and all

A snow storm is supposedly coming our way and all I want to do is stay inside and cook!
Oh, and find a new show to binge (while I cook)! 🤣 What about you? Comment below with what you like to do when the weather’s bad out!
And most importantly— stay warm and safe out there, friends!

I know this does look like much, but these AIR FRY

I know this does look like much, but these AIR FRYER GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON changed my world last week!! Perfectly juicy, pleasantly salty, and finished with a bright lemon flavor, these beans started as a side dish but quickly became a snack I couldn’t stop picking at as I finished up the rest of dinner.
So, I’m coming at ya today with the recipe that’s now live on the blog! I also did you a favor and doubled the amount of green beans to give you plenty to snack on and still have some leftover for dinner. 😉 Recipe is at the clickable link in my bio or the link below!
https://maesmenu.com/recipes/air-fryer-green-beans-with-lemon-healthy-vegan/ #ninjafoodi #ninjafoodirecipes #airfryer #airfryerrecipes #airfry #airfryerrecipe #greenbeans #healthyfood #healthylifestyle #healthyeating #healthyeats #eeeeeats #imsomartha #newrecipe #healthyrecipes #foodblogger #sidedishes #veggies #eat #eatyourgreens #eatyourveggies #eathealthy #eatclean #glutenfree #vegan

60 degrees, sunny, and the first day in a week tha

60 degrees, sunny, and the first day in a week that we’ve been out for a run. I don’t know who’s happier!!

Pausing my @bbcfleabag binge to share my LEMON BLU

Pausing my @bbcfleabag binge to share my LEMON BLUEBERRY MUFFIN BREAD! 😋 With the crumbly, delicate texture of a blueberry muffin, the sweet brightness of lemon, and a caramelized & crunchy sugar topping this bread is one of my new favorite treats!
Try it out for yourself tonight! It only takes 1 bowl and you can make with either fresh or frozen blueberries.
Recipe is linked in my bio or you can find it on the site at:
https://maesmenu.com/recipes/lemon-blueberry-muffin-bread/

Been fighting off a head cold that just won’t qu

Been fighting off a head cold that just won’t quit. The kind that just as I think I’m done with it, a new symptom appears! 😫👎🤧 So, I’ve been taking it easy, watching ALL THE MOVIES, taking some running rest days, and trying to eat as healthy as possible.
This includes a load of veggies, non-stop tea and water, and zinc & echinacea.
The hardest part for me is “taking it down a notch” cause I always like to be creating something or tackling an item on my to-do list.
These last few days, however, I’m reminding myself that somethings can wait, my running won’t suffer with a few rest days, and that it’s sometimes the best #selfcare to step back and listen to your body.
Now you tell me: how do you do self care and nurse yourself (or your loved ones) back to health when you’re under the weather?!

Make the most of your weekend with these FLUFFY &

Make the most of your weekend with these FLUFFY & CRISPY WHOLE WHEAT BELGIAN WAFFLES!! 😍 These bad boys are light, crispy, high in fiber and protein and have just the right touch of sweet, making them delicious with almost any toppings. I’ve been eating my waffle leftovers for 2 days now and have had the best week of 2020 yet because of them! #boldclaimiknow But when it comes to waffles, there’s just no screwing around! 🤷‍♀️ Get the recipe now at the clickable link in my bio or at:
https://maesmenu.com/recipes/fluffy-whole-wheat-belgian-waffles/ Enjoy!!

Spent all afternoon cooking & recipe developing an

Spent all afternoon cooking & recipe developing and I am not mad!! 🤩💃 Lately I’ve been working a lot on behind-the-scenes and technical work for the blog and I worked an extra day in the salon for MLK Day so I’ve been feeling super antsy to get back in the kitchen.
I’ve been wanting to catch back up on recipes (usually I like to have 2-3 planned out ahead of time but haven’t had any lately) and get back to some of my best therapy: cooking.
There’s something about seeing the dish come together, feeding those I love, and — of course — drinking a glass of vino 🍷while I cook. 😉 There’s seldom a day I wonder where I’d be without cooking (or running!). What about for you? What’s your go-to-so-glad-I-have-this self care and/or hobby? Anyone else go crazy for an afternoon in the kitchen, or are you more of a good book, girls afternoon, or bath kind of person? I’m all ears. 🤗 #cooking #inthekitchen #maesmenu #foodblogger #foodbloggerlife #solopreneur #solopreneurlife #passions #hobby #stressrelief #selfcare #ebbandflow #grateful #comingsoon #recipetesting #foodstagram #eat #fulllife

Leaving you here with these AIR FRIED PARMESAN GA

Leaving you here with these AIR FRIED PARMESAN GARLIC POTATO SMASHERS because what weekend isn’t better with some crispy, savory, better-for-you potatoes?! The NEW recipe is now live on the site at the clickable link in my bio or at
https://maesmenu.com/recipes/air-fryer-smashed-garlic-parmesan-baby-potatoes/ Enjoy, my friends!! 🤗

Finally having some time to get back in the kitche

Finally having some time to get back in the kitchen to cook & recipe test today and I COULDN’T BE HAPPIER! 💃 I’m working on some air fryer Garlic Parmesan Potato Smashers and I can’t wait to bring them all to you!
What are YOU up to today?! Also, do you get as excited about potatoes as I do? Such a weird thing but I spent 20+ years of my life not liking them so I’m making up on lost time! 🤓

Looking for a way to enjoy some sweets without all

Looking for a way to enjoy some sweets without all the added sugar? Well, I GOT YOU with these Protein Breakfast Cookies!
With bananas, raisins, nuts, oatmeal, and seeds, these ONE-BOWL cookies are like trail mix cookies!
In fact, I took them snowshoeing this morning and they were a hit! 💪 Thanks to the naturally sweet ingredients, they only have (optional) 2 tablespoons honey and chocolate chips for added sugar, because #balance. 😇 Get the recipe on the site at the (clickable) link in my bio or at:
https://maesmenu.com/recipes/protein-breakfast-cookies/

Of course, all our Instagram photos always look cu

Of course, all our Instagram photos always look cute, but just a reminder for us not compare our “insides” (or our “outsides!”) to someone else’s outside, because we never know what’s going on in someone else’s inside.
For example, I’ve been told a lot lately that I present myself to the outside world as calm, cool, and collected when sometimes I feel ANYTHING but.
For example, yesterday afternoon a pipe burst at the salon, I had to cancel all my appointments for the afternoon, AND pay for an emergency plumber.
THEN I’m booked up with a non work obligation today, I’m making up appointments tomorrow and Friday, and we’re also having to double down on Allie’s training lately because she attacked another dog last Friday and she got a “warning citation” from animal control. 😭😭 With all this going on, I’ve had only minimal time to work on the blog and feel like I’m so far behind.
Calm, cool, and collected? Not so much. I feel like I constantly have 800 thoughts racing through my head, I’m wondering if dog training will actually work this time (last time we spent $$$ to no avail), and I am frankly struggling with “WHEN WILL I GET A BREAK??” feelings.
And then I layer on guilt and shame on top of this when I compare myself to other people who look like they have it all together. Shouldn’t I be the same?
But, I realize that life comes in phases, crap can be hard, and we ALL HAVE OUR OWN STUFF. I need to take care of things one day at a time, doing what I can about the situations I’m in, and do my best to move on. Instead of wondering what I’ve done wrong (whether jokingly or not) that makes life harder right now than it seems it is for other people, I can be compassionate to other people knowing that they have their struggles, too.
After all, community and support from others is the best way to get through. Instead of building up an isolating “wall” of comparison, I can bring it down with our common humanity.
How about you? Do you struggle with comparing other peoples outsides to your insides? What are your tricks on combatting it? Hope you all are having a better week than I am!

This BUTTERNUT SQUASH FARRO is the perfect dish to

This BUTTERNUT SQUASH FARRO is the perfect dish to add to your menu this week! It’s... ✨ Healthy ✨ Chock-full of fiber & whole grains
✨ Vegetarian ✨ Ready in under 50 minutes ✨ Topped with addictively crunchy Parmesan bread crumbs ✨Perfect for leftovers
So, add it to your grocery list today and enjoy it this week! You won’t regret you did. ☺️ Recipe is live on the site at the clickable link in my bio or at:
https://maesmenu.com/recipes/butternut-squash-farro-with-crispy-parmesan-breadcrumbs/

Well, guess I’m jumping on board with the #best9

Well, guess I’m jumping on board with the #best9. None are food related, and my favorites are the snowshoeing with Chris (top right) and Allie’s first run after finishing her heart worm treatment (bottom left). 💗
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And now I’m at the point I come to every year — trying to figure out how I feel about setting New Years goals. I want to always be setting and going after goals, but it’s hard to deny that it’s a good time to sit back and consider the bigger picture. 🤔 .
What about you? Do you set New Years goals or resolutions, or not, and why? Would love to hear as it will help me decide what I’m going to do. 🤗
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And happy new year everyone! Hope you have fun and safe celebrations and travels! 🥳

2019 was such an exciting and tasty year! Almost

2019 was such an exciting and tasty year!
Almost exactly a year ago I quit my job, started up this blog, and started my hair studio back up... and it’s been an amazing and memorable ride since!
At times I’ve been scared AF, but then I remember that life isn’t about staying in the safe zone. And then I channel all that energy into my work, focus on trusting the process, remember all that I’m grateful for, and surround myself with other badass small business owners so we can support each other through all the crazy and great times.
So, as a way to say “THANK YOU” for coming along on this ride, I wanted to share my 12 BEST RECIPES OF 2019.
With everything from dog treats to blender pancakes and Thai curry, it’s the full list of my most popular and best rated recipes from this past year.
Click the link in my bio or visit online at:
Https://maesmenu.com/recipes/best-recipes-of-2019/
And have a happy, healthy, and prosperous new year!
#food #recipes #bestrecipes #2019 #foodblogfeed #eeeeeats #cooking #yearinreview #happynewyear #newyear

Merry Christmas from Mount Bachelor! 🎄🗻 Hope

Merry Christmas from Mount Bachelor! 🎄🗻 Hope you all have a festive, Joy-filled, and delicious holiday. We are just getting done skiing and are heading home for a prime rib roast dinner! 😋

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