Autumn Dinner Party | Make-Ahead Recipes | Setting the Table

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  • Опубликовано: 8 окт 2022
  • Hello, everyone! In this episode I'm preparing an easy, make-ahead dinner for six. Printable recipes for the Potato-Leek Soup and Apple Tarte Tatin are linked below. No printable for the Instant Pot Beef Stew as it was totally improvised by yours truly. I hope you enjoy this video!
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  • @lindaerker867
    @lindaerker867 8 месяцев назад +7

    Kevin, I have been in heaven since discovering your wonderful videos. We are kindred spirits. I hope you never stop doing what you are doing. You enrich the lives of others. Your videos are all so very, very enjoyable. Thank you so much.

  • @rosymylene1878
    @rosymylene1878 Год назад +87

    No-stress and delightful Autumn party. Thanks, Kevin, for another gem of a program. You are the friend all would love to have.

  • @tdioxin2658
    @tdioxin2658 Год назад +6

    This is civilization at its finest! No snobbery, the New World with a European touch! Reminds me of my happy, carefree childhood in Quebec!
    We had soup almost daily at our house, and my mom was a great cook. Her leek soup was similar to yours! Thank you so much for this video! I will copy it to the letter. Got my ornamental squashes so far! 🙂

  • @belindaroy9028
    @belindaroy9028 4 месяца назад +1

    Kevin - I feel like a guest in your home. Your videos are beautiful and your are an incredibly gracious host and kind soul. Thank you,

  • @TuckerSP2011
    @TuckerSP2011 Год назад +37

    What a beautiful tablescape. Simple and perfect. The soup looked really delicious and silky. Loved the stew and Tarte tatin.

  • @ritarodrigues9946
    @ritarodrigues9946 Год назад +8

    Ty again, I will definitely prepare this sometime for my daughter and her family.
    On a side note, I have been feeling blue today, guess I’m missing my three grand children who are now teenagers and don’t visit Grammy as often as before😢, while watching you cook, I noticed you have the warmest smile that touched my ♥️ - it has so much kindness that my blues suddenly vanished. God bless you from Houston. Grammy Rita

  • @cynthiahunt8061
    @cynthiahunt8061 Год назад +2

    Hi Kevin. Thanks. I use one of your recipes everyday since I came across them. I live in a small town in the Northern Cape in South Africa. You are a breath of fresh air. I just love how calming your video's are. Keep well and keep your video's coming🤗by the way I am 74 and enjoy cooking for my hubby😊

  • @ParisianThinker
    @ParisianThinker Год назад +16

    Another mouthwatering dinner party! I am doing menu planning now. My husband will be coming home from the hospital where the food was horrible to say the least. All your menus will help him regain the weight he lost and strength his spirit. I love everything you do. I am so happy I found you on RUclips!

    • @kevinleejacobs1364
      @kevinleejacobs1364  Год назад +7

      I'm sending your husband healing thoughts -- and calories!

    • @clementineclement5757
      @clementineclement5757 Год назад

      What a coincidence. Here in France hospital food is just as bad. It reminds me of my husband's reaction when back home after he broke his leg and spent 4 days at the hospital. He told me the worst pain wasn't in his leg but in having to face the plastic "plateaux" (trays) with greyish, unappetizing stew or boiled fish without any sauce followed by some bland jelly. Almost cried of joy and relief when I served him delicious ... leek soup ! And his favourite home made pistachio/vanilla cream.

  • @PatriciaSouza-ug4cf
    @PatriciaSouza-ug4cf Год назад +2

    Kevin’s calm demeanor and fabulous recipes and place settings are instructive and useful. Bravo!

  • @janedoe7330
    @janedoe7330 Год назад +2

    Everything looked warm and cozy and the food items were a perfect combination. Everyone seems to be loving the Insta-Pot.

  • @mrs.rosylady7176
    @mrs.rosylady7176 Год назад +42

    I just discovered your channel and I love your videos! As a graduate of a French cooking school, I find your recipes to be very good. I like how you don't cut too many corners in your cooking...the techniques are solid and you spend time when it's necessary to make things taste wonderful. I love how you include table settings, farm stand trips, and all the aspects of entertaining in your videos! Now, can you give advice on how to deal with dinner guests that drone on and on about politics?😅

    • @rosymylene1878
      @rosymylene1878 Год назад +13

      Politely change the subject with a charming compliment. Over 90% success rate!

    • @michelleneuman579
      @michelleneuman579 Год назад +4

      This is a great question. I find it so rude when I've gone through a lot of trouble for a nice dinner.

  • @wendymcclean3182
    @wendymcclean3182 11 месяцев назад +3

    Thanks again, Kevin for your wonderful dinner. Whoever you’re married to is very lucky and blessed.❤

  • @quick9smitty511
    @quick9smitty511 Год назад +2

    Love ALL of your videos. It's quite apparent that you love your home and your meal preparation. Your attention to detail is so impressive and you make us feel as though we are having a nice visit in each of your videos. Thank you so much and please keep making them.

  • @janettemasiello5560
    @janettemasiello5560 Год назад +26

    Your attention to detail and the aesthetics of the whole thing
    is just wonderful !
    The food, the table.... Bravo !

  • @lauriemcdermott3290
    @lauriemcdermott3290 Год назад +12

    Kevin, once again you’ve inspired me to dust off my beautiful china and invite some friends over! I love how Avery is so curious about what is cooking! Love from Boston

  • @sharonthompson2333
    @sharonthompson2333 Год назад +6

    Hi, just discovered your channel and joined because I don't want to miss a single episode. I love how pleasant you are and so kind and soft spoken. You give great detail to everything you do and seem to enjoy what you are making and preparing, always so beautiful and appealing. Thank you and a very Happy Autumn to you and yours.

  • @robinjackson1628
    @robinjackson1628 Год назад +2

    I just started following you and I'm going to make your meatloaf for my fiancé. I'm just addicted to your videos. So calming in this crazy world. I absolutely love what you cook too. So many things I'm going to try beside the meatloaf. Thank you 😊

  • @user-vl3zj8mm7e
    @user-vl3zj8mm7e Год назад +1

    Thanks for presenting these in a non-stressful way. This encourages me to try cooking some homemade food instead of ordering restaurant food when I have guests. May your channel soar to 100,000 subscription soon! 👍👍👍👍👍💪💪💪💪💪💕💕💕💕💕

  • @maynerd2706
    @maynerd2706 Год назад +4

    I just love how relaxing your channel is. Your dishes are always pleasant to the palate and the eye.

  • @m.katharina3935
    @m.katharina3935 Год назад +3

    Hi Kevin. What a very nice Video. I love to see your beautiful home. Greetings from Swizerland. 🇨🇭❤️

  • @chantanakulhasit2372
    @chantanakulhasit2372 Год назад +1

    You are a very happy man.I like your calmness and smiles.

  • @ginawingrove7061
    @ginawingrove7061 Год назад +14

    A beautiful table Kevin x the food looks absolutely amazing and no stress ! 😀 Thank you for some great ideas x

  • @aeolianartists
    @aeolianartists Год назад +8

    Thank you for creating such a beautiful presentation. I have enjoyed all your videos and how you create a life filled with joy, beauty, elegance, and fun. It is lovely to see how you enjoy life through your music, gardening, cooking, raising your pets, maintaining your home, and afternoon tea. Enjoy your favorite season as the leaves change and the holidays approach.

  • @artistscatalogue7068
    @artistscatalogue7068 Год назад +1

    Mr. Jacobs, your smiles are priceless.

  • @dianeo1961
    @dianeo1961 10 месяцев назад

    I just found you on u tube. What a pleasure to watch someone that not only has great, sometimes rustic, but always elegant in presentation food. An added plus is your calming, melodic voice whilst instructing us your recipes and techniques. Thank you. I’m so glad I found you.

  • @mjwells100
    @mjwells100 Год назад +4

    I LOVE the idea of the food preparation in advance! And I appreciate and admire your great info on food and decorations.
    🍁 🍂👨🏽‍🍳

  • @kristinegoetsch8009
    @kristinegoetsch8009 Год назад +7

    Really enjoyed this plan ahead menu. Relieves so much stress when you don’t have do everything on the day of the party. Your fall table scape was lovely. The food looked delicious, as usual. Thanks for your generosity in sharing your recipes and cooking tips.🥰

  • @DarcieGlam
    @DarcieGlam Год назад +1

    That was wonderful! Using the bulb baster to get the caramel on the top of the apples was genius :-) No more fussing with a spoon!

  • @isabelperez3967
    @isabelperez3967 Год назад +1

    I love the fall, the menu looks fantastic and the table setting very elegant!
    Thank you Kevin!

  • @katesinclair2645
    @katesinclair2645 6 месяцев назад

    Beautiful table, great food, good friends and a warm fire. Can't go wrong with that. Lovely dinner, Kevin.

  • @gaillove6005
    @gaillove6005 Год назад +1

    Oh My!! Now this looks absolutely scrumptious. So fancy yet comfort food delicious. I love this meal and your gorgeous redecorated table.

  • @SandraLopez-zb3uk
    @SandraLopez-zb3uk Год назад +2

    Beautiful. I love that your tablescapes are so inviting . Not crowded at all and perfect for a lovely dinner and sharing with family & friends. Tables today are so packed “ with stuff” and yours is classic elegant

  • @laurenbrandon7699
    @laurenbrandon7699 5 месяцев назад

    Although it’s not traditional fare, this soup would be terrific for St. Patrick’s Day!!!!

  • @parisannsmith8987
    @parisannsmith8987 4 месяца назад +1

    You make cooking look so effortless. I tried your lentil loaf and I will certainly make it for friends. Can imagine your dinner parties are a real treat. Thank you for sharing.

  • @kathleenbasista5612
    @kathleenbasista5612 Год назад

    Gorgeousness! I love watching your videos. You and Mr. Fox have done an amazing job renovating your beautiful home. I would love to see your guests actually enjoying all your delicious labors of love!

  • @annmarie8276
    @annmarie8276 Год назад +2

    The table setting is absolutely beautiful, warm and inviting. The dinner looked superb. You have phenomenal talent. Thank you for sharing and teaching.

  • @carolavant3778
    @carolavant3778 Год назад +3

    Lovely, stress-free entertaining! Your guests should be honored to dine with you and Mr. Fox. I have not yet acquired an Instant Pot, but my mother always made beef stew in a pressure cooker. You'd think that since I pressure can so much, I'd have one, but since I'm retired, it's just as easy to start in the morning and slow-cook my beef stew. I definitely will be trying that apple tart tatin and the potato-leek soup - Both look amazing!

  • @siennabay
    @siennabay Месяц назад

    I am watching in early June and dreaming of Autumn. 💤🤎🧡

  • @roxanneswanson8305
    @roxanneswanson8305 Год назад +6

    I recently discovered your channel, and I'm so pleased that I did. What a delicious looking meal, and lovely table setting you've prepared for your guests. And stress-free on top of it all, which means you as the host get to be your best self when company arrives. How lucky they are! I can only imagine the scintillating conversation, and delightful background music accompanying the the evening. The pandemic still has me leery about having too many people in for something like this, but hopefully some day!

  • @Tiffany-vj1tv
    @Tiffany-vj1tv Год назад +7

    About lovely as always 👨‍🍳💕thank you for sharing your beautiful home and life with us Kevin. I always enjoy watching you. Happy Autumn.

  • @Phyllyps-Levine
    @Phyllyps-Levine 10 месяцев назад +1

    Honey crisp apples makes a good intro!
    Hugs to the whole Damn Fam (Mr. Fox, Madam Avery & Binky…last not KLJ!)

  • @alexvlachoulis1409
    @alexvlachoulis1409 Год назад +6

    Looks beautiful. I love the 'make ahead' recipes.

  • @anne-mariebiorci5453
    @anne-mariebiorci5453 Год назад +1

    I love the little trips to the farm shop and orchards🐨🦘🇦🇺

  • @fridayschild19
    @fridayschild19 Год назад +1

    What a lovely menu for autumn or winter! You have inspired me to try doing this menu ahead for my guests. I am so happy to have “discovered” your channel! You have a very calming persona, and are very talented in so many ways. Keep up the fabulous vlogs!💖

  • @johndoherty8958
    @johndoherty8958 Год назад +2

    Oh wow Kevin I think I am the very first subscriber to make a comment 🎉
    Love your work.
    Make sure you are kind to yourself as you clearly do so much for others.
    Love and best wishes from across the world from me to you all.
    Fiona Lee 🦘

  • @nadinenaassan6960
    @nadinenaassan6960 Год назад

    I love your golden fingers with the classy taste. All recipes look so easy and yet delicious. The setting is so elegant and attractive.

  • @suzannemuliolis6066
    @suzannemuliolis6066 Год назад +1

    Hi Kevin! I like to add a cup of chicken or vegetable stock to my leek soup. I love your entertaining and the table decorations are always lovely! Warm regards, Suzanne

  • @Phyllyps-Levine
    @Phyllyps-Levine 10 месяцев назад

    LOL! Beef stock facial! Hilarious!
    That table decor is AMAZING!

  • @judybutler5129
    @judybutler5129 Год назад +4

    How lovely and elegant, the setting for your Autumn dinner party, Kevin.
    A true delight to feast your eyes upon as well as your appetite.
    I can't wait to try your recipes over the winter.
    I know I'll enjoy everything!
    Thank you for sharing.
    -Judy

  • @lgmcgrath1
    @lgmcgrath1 Год назад +1

    It’s like finding a new friend!

  • @ofield6561
    @ofield6561 Год назад +3

    That centerpiece is gorgeous! Just a few simple things put together and wow!

  • @mooseeyesable
    @mooseeyesable Год назад

    I so love love your videos, I am so glad I found you. U just brighten my day. Watching from Gander Newfoundland Canada,February 20 2023

  • @jerryphillips8551
    @jerryphillips8551 Год назад

    Hello Kevin, Happy 2023 !!!!!This my first time that I seen your amazing videos. Your home is warm and inviting… this is how I entertain my guests! I Love to cook and decorate for any occasion. This truly very rare….Looking forward see more ! Take care

  • @sim-one
    @sim-one Год назад +7

    Looks so lovely again, Kevin. I’m definitely going to try some of these recipes. Enjoy this season. 🍁

  • @jeaninemartin
    @jeaninemartin Год назад +2

    Kevin you are delightful!!! Everything looks delicious and I love how calm you are while preparing/cooking so opposite from me. Clearly now, I see I must start earlier in the week. Thank you 😊 take care…

  • @Mariekeinlondon
    @Mariekeinlondon Год назад +1

    I just made the leek soup 2 days ahead of a dinner party - mostly to give myself a chance of a backup plan in case I would mess things up. I cannot believe how easy that was to make and also how delicious it tastes! Looking forward to serving it to my guests. Thank you!

  • @dannawilson6202
    @dannawilson6202 Год назад

    I love that you do not waste any ingredients and taste (deglazing).

  • @eugenievanzyl
    @eugenievanzyl Год назад +5

    Classy!! You are so inspiring!! Thank you, Kevin!👏👏👏👏

  • @thinkmirror8507
    @thinkmirror8507 Год назад

    I just found you and swear you are my twin, I am in dying right now. Just lovely, I may stay up all night and watch all the video's. Thank you so much.

  • @scotland99
    @scotland99 11 месяцев назад +1

    Love your simple, yet awsomely beautiful table decorations. I think I will copy your idea this fall! Thanks😊

  • @tachiebillano6244
    @tachiebillano6244 Год назад +1

    Kevin, these how-to videos of make-ahead meal menus and setups are absolute gold, especially in the way you present them. Haven't seen anyone here on RUclips present something like this with all the details we need (e.g., actual sequence of production across days, measurements in Imperial and Metric, simplified cooking, storage tips, serving tips, etc.). You also have a great camera presence that's friendly and calming. Best of all you've been creative in your choice of recipes and decor, so that while they're inherently easy recipes, they still look and taste/feel "like a million bucks." I guess that would be the kind of mantra for your channel.

  • @nancyjean6177
    @nancyjean6177 Год назад +2

    Hi, Kevin! I love make-ahead meals, and this one looks outstanding. Leek and potato soup is one of my favorites, and I always love a good beef stew. The tarte tartin is a really elegant ending for the meal. Your table looks beautiful, and the musical accompaniment adds to the experience. Many thanks for your recipes and tips for gracious living! So glad I came across your wonderful channel. I plan to visit often.

  • @gloriasigman4497
    @gloriasigman4497 Год назад +1

    Everything looks delicious and your Autumn tablescape is absolutely charming. I really enjoy your channel and think I will try the leek soup this weekend.

  • @KS-ts3le
    @KS-ts3le Год назад +2

    There is no other way. I’m sure you did it all yourself. Planning, shopping, decorating. You are very very talented.

  • @michelleackerson4524
    @michelleackerson4524 Год назад +6

    The food looks delicious and the table is lovely. Good job!

  • @mom2sevenmakesdinner
    @mom2sevenmakesdinner Год назад +1

    This was so lovely to watch. Thank you for sharing such an easy, elegant meal~

  • @angelp9956
    @angelp9956 Год назад +1

    Kevin, you are awesome! I just found your channel and I’m binge watching. You have great style and are a wonderful cook! Keep the videos coming.

  • @carolynadams4669
    @carolynadams4669 Год назад

    I love that you drop things, splash a little sometimes -- just like Julia Child. This looks like a great stew recipe!

  • @user-nh8yu2mw2i
    @user-nh8yu2mw2i Год назад

    You are the Real Deal Kevin, I loved everything about this video, Brilliant !!

  • @bettymaugeri7316
    @bettymaugeri7316 Год назад +1

    Your table is gorgeous and the meal looks Devine especially the dessert 🥧

  • @cindybonem494
    @cindybonem494 Год назад +1

    Beautiful table scape. Everything looks delicious.

  • @nicolelarente5648
    @nicolelarente5648 Год назад +2

    You are indeed a friend everyone would love to have! I will try making the soup. Great recipes and what a gorgeous table!!! You are truly gifted. Thank you for sharing and inspiring us.

  • @mommyquackquack1825
    @mommyquackquack1825 Год назад +1

    Love your simplicity of the leek soup. However, you may want to mention leeks are known to have sand and dirt hidden within. I soak and rinse first before adding to my pot. No one wants grit in their soup. I also use chicken stock instead of water adds volumes of flavor. Try northern spies apples (availability is limited and only available after a hard frost) definitely worth using and you'll be pleasantly pleased with the flavors of your apple dishes. Thanks for simple fall menu.

  • @mariannejadlowski3270
    @mariannejadlowski3270 Год назад +1

    What a beautiful Thanksgiving table this would make!

  • @leemartin6409
    @leemartin6409 Год назад +1

    So happy to have found your channel! Lovely recipes, and a kindly, humorous demonstration. Thank you so much for doing these videos

  • @cindyleeger
    @cindyleeger Год назад

    Hi Kevin, I hope your guests enjoyed your delightful evening.

  • @dianemayer177
    @dianemayer177 Год назад +2

    I do enjoy your lovely tips and recipes. I get so many good ideas! I don’t copy all you show as I see you enjoy horseradish as much as I don’t!!! 😊. And I cook largely vegetarian. Not vegan most days. Your instructions are so well spoken and visually a pleasure. I get inspired.

  • @henna696
    @henna696 Год назад +2

    Lovely, thank you. Simple food and elegance go a long way to perfection.

  • @bestcrossroad
    @bestcrossroad Год назад +2

    I love your channel and blogs! You give the most practical but most beautiful contents! So creative! God bless you.

  • @ireneposti6813
    @ireneposti6813 Год назад

    I so enjoy your company on RUclips not to mention the fabulous recipes. Thank you much 👏😘

  • @jayr.617
    @jayr.617 5 месяцев назад

    Respects to you to keep so many wonderful recipes in memory

  • @dianaewert8150
    @dianaewert8150 Год назад +1

    More dinner party menus please! Love your recipes!

  • @ggeise1467
    @ggeise1467 Год назад +2

    Kevin, I just discovered your channel last week and am SO enjoying your videos. Fresh and pure joy!

  • @suecastillo4056
    @suecastillo4056 9 месяцев назад

    Love the horseradish addition!!! Who knew?! Well obviously you did!! Bravo Dearest!!! I’m making this AND your greenbean gratin this week! Thank you for your recipes!!!♥️‼️

  • @yolandavalenzuela7258
    @yolandavalenzuela7258 Год назад +2

    You always make something simple look elegant and easy. Gorgeous table setting and the food looks delicious 😋 thank you for sharing. Avery looked cute too. Glad you did not edit him out.
    .

  • @Jkcardthrower2
    @Jkcardthrower2 Год назад +3

    So wonderful! I would love to have a dinner party like that. I'm really glad I found your channel. It's such a joy to watch every video.

  • @donnabigley6708
    @donnabigley6708 Год назад +2

    Another amazing looking dinner. Wish I could be in your kitchen, as your cooking. I bet it smells delicious.

  • @ricardapoznanski5604
    @ricardapoznanski5604 Год назад +2

    Absolutely stunning!!!!!!

  • @patriciaribaric3409
    @patriciaribaric3409 Год назад +1

    Wow; I am blown away! First of all that bouquet was the prettiest I have ever seen. The time spent here was the highlight of my day. I giggled when you said peasant food while showing that large pot full of leeks. Your table setting and meal was like stepping into a dream. It must feel heavenly to be your guest. Thank you for another delightful visit Kevin Lee Jacobs.

  • @virgiefer5
    @virgiefer5 Год назад +1

    Everything looks delicious and the table very pretty 😊

  • @TheLarry2012
    @TheLarry2012 Год назад +1

    You did everything with ease! Looks delicious and I will try the recipes. Will you be doing a Thanksgiving Meal and desserts? Would love that! Have a great week.

  • @maryjanepollock3567
    @maryjanepollock3567 Год назад +2

    I love this menu. Classique! I also love the table setting and autumnal decorations. Beautiful and lovely. Inspires me to try to do myself. Makes me think of happier times, also how to create new memories. Thank you for sharing with us.♥️

  • @lilliebrown4779
    @lilliebrown4779 Год назад +2

    Simply outstanding l love the easy make ahead ideas. I got a few tips as well. Thanks

  • @maricarmenferreira2991
    @maricarmenferreira2991 Год назад +1

    What a lovely setting. The menu delicious and easy to make. Thank you for sharing your ideas and videos. Happy thanksgiving 🍁🦃🍽 🙏🏼❤️

  • @erinjames4024
    @erinjames4024 Год назад +1

    You are just lovely, thank you for sharing your life with us!

  • @rominavandenbosch6020
    @rominavandenbosch6020 Год назад

    I discovered your video's by accident last week and I can't stop from watching a video (or two 🤭) daily.
    I love too cook for my internationale friends and I'm definitely gonna try some of your recipes for them.
    I love the way you always decorate your table.
    Greetings from the Nederland's ☺️

  • @rimma-raad.badawi-koval6630
    @rimma-raad.badawi-koval6630 Год назад +1

    Great to see you too Mr Jacobs!

  • @berenicerodriguez8955
    @berenicerodriguez8955 Год назад

    Dear Mr Jacobs, your dinner table arrangement is gorgeous. I love It,🤩

  • @janishernandez6419
    @janishernandez6419 Год назад +1

    Another wonderful video. Thank you, Kevin. 🧡🍁

  • @ZalthorAndNoggin
    @ZalthorAndNoggin Год назад +1

    Fabulous menu as usual, Kevin. Your leek soup looks positively delicious. I'm going to try making it but serve it hot rather than cold. Your beef stew, again, fabulous and leaving it two days before the party means all the flavours had time to develop properly. Your apple tart is a sensation. I love apples and make a version of your apple pie so I'm going to give this recipe a go as well. Your table too looked fantastic. Perfect for Autumn. Thank you for everything in this simple to follow video. Can't wait to see what you've got planned for Thanksgiving!! Love and Best Wishes from Manchester UK.