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Alex & SonjaHi there! We’re Alex & Sonja Overhiser, authors of two cookbooks, busy parents, and a real life couple who cooks together. We founded the A Couple Cooks website in 2010 to share simple, seasonal recipes and the joy of cooking. We now offer thousands of original recipes, cooking tips, and meal planning ideas—all written and photographed by the two of us (and tested on our kids!).

Leaders at ACE are often sought out as subject matter experts by podcast hosts and major media outlets. Here, we share recent contributions made by two members of the ACE team covering three topics that are sure to make major impacts on the fitness industry moving forward: artificial intelligence (AI), GLP-1 medications and social media influencers. Artificial Intelligence Lauren Shroyer, MS, ATC, Vice President of Product and Innovation at ACE, joined the Latest Industry Fitness Trends & Stories (LIFTS) podcast to discuss the impact AI will have on the fitness industry. The…

This is my dad’s recipe for creamed corn. He loved it and had strong opinions about how it should be made. Basically, it needed to be exactly like his mother made it. Of course. I made notes the last time I cooked it for him. And if you have a few ears of corn this summer, it’s well worth making this oldie but goodie. I’ll be honest, creamed corn was never part of my repertoire, but when I would cook it for my dad I’d end up saying to myself, “this is absolutely delicious.” Needs some chives, but yeah, sign…

Key Takeaways The question of whether women should focus on strength training at the expense of cardiorespiratory exercise as they age has been a trending topic on social media in recent weeks.  What are the benefits of strength training for women? Is strength training more important than cardio? Should women replace the cardio they’re already doing with more strength training? This blog answers these and other key questions about women’s fitness and offers a balanced fitness routine for women. Read on for an evidence-based examination of this important element of women’s health throughout the lifespan. …

So you’ve made my famous strawberry crisp, and maybe these incredible blueberry pie bars. But what if I told you this is the VERY FIRST cobbler recipe on Ambitious Kitchen? I know, I’m surprised, too. I’ve been obsessed with all things berry this summer because, well, ’tis the season! This mixed berry cobbler is topped with tender lemon-pistachio biscuits (omg yes) and is one of those desserts that perfectly encapsulates all of those beautiful summer vibes. I originally made this recipes using only blueberries, but why stop at one berry when you can have them all? Make it for Father’s…

This homemade strawberry daiquiri recipe makes luscious flavor in just 5 minutes! Made with frozen strawberries and white rum, it’s the perfectly balanced frozen cocktail that puts store-bought mixes to shame. Ever tried to make a strawberry daiquiri recipe at home? There’s no need to buy store-bought daiquiri mix. A homemade strawberry daiquiri with real frozen strawberries tastes infinitely better than a mix from the store! As a cocktail expert with over 300 cocktail recipes, I teamed up with Alex to crack the code on the perfect strawberry daiquiri. After lots of recipe testing, we finally nailed it: it has…

Heat large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high and add oil, followed by bison. Break up bison and continue to cook, stirring often, until browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes. Add cabbage, mushrooms, carrot, onion, garlic, and 2 Tbsp (30 mL) water. Stir and cover, keeping heat at medium-high, for 5 minutes to soften vegetables. Uncover and stir again. Reduce heat to medium and cook uncovered, stirring often, until vegetables are tender, 5 to 8 minutes longer. Stir in basil and mint.

This nostalgic strawberry rhubarb crisp delivers the perfect balance of tangy fruit and buttery oat topping! It’s the ultimate summer dessert that tastes like childhood memories. (Gluten-free and vegan options included.) Growing up, my family had a backyard rhubarb plant—massive leaves shading pink-green stalks. Every year, would harvest the pink-green stalks and make a rhubarb crisp. That first bite was pure magic—intensely sweet-tart (like a Jolly Rancher!) bubbling under golden crumbles. This recipe is my love letter to those memories, refined through years of testing. I’ve discovered the perfect strawberry-to-rhubarb ratio and a secret ingredient that makes everything pop. The…

I teased this incredible new summer grilling recipe a couple of weeks ago on Instagram with the chance to get a sneak peek via email. You all loved it SO much that I knew it needed a permanent spot on the blog. This flavorful grilled Mediterranean chicken recipe gets served up in a beautiful bowl with tender grilled vegetables, my go-to herby tzatziki sauce, and all of the sides and toppings your heart desires. The team and I loved scooping everything up with toasty pita bread for a deliciously filling lunch. Be sure to check out all of my tips,…

This easy oven baked shrimp recipe has the best flavor and is totally hands off! It’s seasoned to perfection with garlic and herbs. Shrimp is a big winner around here: it’s delicious, a healthy lean protein, and so fast to cook. (And our 3 year old is obsessed.) My usual way to cook it is this sauteed shrimp. But the other day I thought: why not try baked shrimp in the oven? Well, you would not believe the “Wow’s!” exclaimed after every bite. This method is so easy and the shrimp come out juicy and perfectly seasoned with garlic and…