Hey there! I’m Maxine Carter, but most people just call me Max. I’m 42 years old, living in Austin, Texas, and I’ve been living and breathing the keto lifestyle for almost a decade now. My love for cooking started way before that, though—growing up in a lively Southern kitchen where butter was a food group and cast-iron skillets were family heirlooms.
To be honest, I stumbled into keto by accident. About ten years ago, I was dealing with some stubborn health issues—low energy, wild sugar cravings, and a general fogginess that I just couldn’t shake. I started experimenting with different ways of eating, and keto was the one that clicked. It wasn’t just the physical transformation that amazed me—it was how alive I felt. Clear-headed, strong, and deeply connected to my food in a way I’d never experienced.
At first, I missed my old staples—baking biscuits with my grandma, Sunday pancakes, even mac and cheese. But instead of giving those things up, I got creative. I dove headfirst into recipe testing, turning family classics and comfort food into low-carb wonders. Yes, I had some flops—almond flour disasters, coconut everything—but every mishap taught me something new. That curiosity has never left me.
Now, I share my recipes with a community of fellow keto-lovers, skeptics, and the just-keto-curious. Whether it’s a cauliflower crust pizza that actually holds up or a silky avocado chocolate mousse that shocks even my sugar-loving uncle, I live for that moment when someone takes a bite and says, “Wait, this is keto?!”
For me, keto isn’t about perfection or restriction. It’s about freedom—the freedom to feel good, eat well, and still gather around the table with the people you love. My kitchen is a judgment-free zone, full of experiments, laughter, and usually a bit of bacon.
So if you’re looking for keto recipes that feel like home, you’re in the right place. Grab a spatula and come cook with me—I promise, we’re going to have a delicious time.