Domestic Bliss & My Veggie Tart Recipe!

Hello, friends! Please join me today as I deep-clean the music room, preserve garden-grown onions, and bake a DELICIOUS (and easy!) vegetable tart. Recipe for the tart is linked below -- thank you for keeping me company!
Puff Pastry Vegetable Tart: www.agardenforthehouse.com/puff-pastry-vegetable-tart/
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Kevin Lee Jacobs
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Valatie, NY 12184

[@sarah070404]

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[@msavp4481]

Sarah, God bless you for the incredibly difficult and important work you do as well! I wish you well. Take care.

[@staceys1870]

Thank you for what you do for man kind. As a single lady, I always wonder who will be there for me when it is my time.

[@rochellepizza5802]

I feel the same way. Kevin creates the most wonderful videos. The recipes that I’ve made are absolutely delicious & I love a great make ahead meal.

[@petecilione4166]

Thank you for what you do , Sarah. I am receiving grief therapy from Hospice. It has been a rough couple of years, but the folks from hospice are blessings.

[@rosedwight804]

Mr Fox hit the jackpot when he met up. I can’t imagine a more gracious & kind partner that not only keeps the place tidy but then makes delicious meals one after another.

[@brendaharrup5706]

In this sometimes crazy world, you are a treasure to my sanity, Kevin 🌺. Thank you for sharing your gracious life.

[@lflf1843]

I love it when you say, "I don't mind the job - it's just another domestic chore." Poetry to my ears. Many thanks, and blessings upon you, Mr. Fox, Avery, Binkie and Goldie!

[@clarefoskett9959]

What a lovely man you are. Bringing light to people. Thank you Kevin

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[@staceys1870]

My heart goes out to you...I don't even have the proper words to say, but you are a wonderful person. Yes. Thank goodness for Kevin. He is a breath of positivity and tenderness.

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This channel is like “Mr. Roger’s” for grown ups. 😻

[@pettytoni1955]

Perfect description!

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[@brendamason238]

Kevin, you are the embodiment of the saying, "with a glad heart and willing hands." It's such a joy to spend Sunday with you.

[@randywatts6969]

“Idle hands are the Devils’ workshop!”

[@casaubonluc9498]

Cozy afternoon with Kevin. Thank you for your videos. If you only knew the comfort it provides my soul with. God bless you.

[@lourdesbrown8774]

Whoever does the camera work on the videos does a great job!! Looks so professional.

[@randywatts6969]

I believe it’s his huzband

[@steffany000]

Lizeth is his videographer

[@anacardenas3979]

Who is Lizeth?

[@steffany000]

@@anacardenas3979 Someone he hired to help him with the videos. That's all I know about her. She's very pretty! 😊

[@mariaetheridge8343]

She certainly does!

[@pattilapp30]

I have to admit, cleaning is not one of my favorite things to do, but watching you inspired me to get going on my 'domestic chores'. Your videos are always a pleasure.

[@nancymandle5215]

recent subscriber here - i’ve been enjoying EVERYTHING about your channel. It’s also exciting to see how quickly your channel is growing - in just a few weeks it has jumped from 80 to 90k subscribers!!! Your voice, manner of speaking, gentlemanly demeanor, helpful directions, yummy recipes, creativity, designer’s eye - all so very pleasant. Maybe in this new year you would consider treating us to a little bit more of your piano-playing (pretty please?). Thank you for this gift you give us of sharing your life with us.

[@carolwong9279]

I clean my 85 year old house myself. I find you cleaning tips so helpful. Especially the Steinway piano. The veggie tart looks delicious 😋

[@richardkelly8697]

My wife and I just found your show in early December. We are delighted to have found you. We've binge watching your older shows. We love your and Mr Fox's home so beautiful.✨☕🎖🙏 You're a great teacher I've learned alot. Thank you for sharing your story with us your a nice man. Rich Kelly🚀🤖☕

[@jramsay8075]

Wonderful! Sharing your day with us, as you go about your "domestic chores", is like watching an artist create a masterpiece. Thank you for making our lives richer ! Joy

[@adriaschumann9641]

I LOVE to iron! It is a 'mindless' activity that is a metaphor for life. On one side I have clean but wrinkled napkins in a pile - T-shirts too - and when I finish, like an organized mind, I have a newly ironed stack or stacks of ironed items. My friends disagree but for me, it is not a chore but an activity that seems to please me in the orderly finish. However, dusting is not a pleasure for me, but a necessity.

[@sjordan7085]

Ironing and listening to classical music at the same time, is theraputic to me, what a peaceful occupation!

[@patriciaowens3479]

Oh my. You look like you could be a brother to my late husband who passed away 11 years ago at the age of 72. Your videos are so gracious and beautiful and I've asked the Lord to make sure you make it to heaven because you can teach the rest of us how to live so graciously and charmingly and beautifully. You can be sure that heaven is filled with such beauty and loveliness and charm because of the Great Love that Our Creator has for us and He wants all His children with Him! Thank you for your lovely gentle personality and you're beautiful sharing with everything that is precious to you. God bless you and your loved ones. 🤗🙏🌹

[@cynthiakammann7368]

Using roses in floral arrangements in winter reminds me of a favorite quote, "Memory is the power to gather roses in winter." Its been said different ways in different contexts, but I think its a lovely sentiment. Thank you for such a lovely video. The tart sounds delicious as well as beautiful and quick to make.

[@lizzi437]

Kevin, when you invite friends over for drinks and nibbles, do they tend to linger longer in hopes that you'll serve them one of your wonderful dinners?! 😉🍷

[@joedish4937]

Kevin, what a beautiful personality you have. You are my early morning indulgence! Your very cute and calm approach to the upkeep of your gorgeous home is warm to watch. Please give us lots more. I love you!

[@rubyparnell781]

I rarely comment, but I so enjoyed my time with you. Thank you Kevin

[@shellyjoe6657]

I am inspired to cook more vege based recipes and clean my walls BEFORE the dust bunnies start to form in the corners~😄

[@ricardapoznanski5604]

watching this video,with this delicious recepie from West-Virginia-visiting my 1.grand-,child....and having recommended it to my American Inlaws-who will also be loving rhe variety in your wonderful Videos. The recepies,gardening-,decorating..... ❤❤ I will stay until saturday-then back to Germany-and from wherever I am,I watch your videos- They are wonderfull

[@Valerie-b3s]

Other than myself, you're the first person I've run across to iron cloth napkins. I iron all of my napkins. It seems that a lot of people don't even own an iron.

[@tracynarjoux5007]

The pink roses with dark green foliage in your red toned music room are exquisite!

[@tinabundy2654]

A very beautiful veggie tart recipe. I love the idea of utilizing marscapone for this. I shall try this, thank you so much, Kevin!🍷🎉

[@ercieberwick1513]

What a kind, gracious man you are! You are giving us far more than tours of your beautul home and I can almost taste your delicious recipes. You are the epitome of grace and kindness, and a natural charm. You are what this sick world desperately needs!

[@lauriesue2244]

Thank you for so many videos where we get to enjoy your gorgeous home/yard! You keep it so nice and take care of yourself physically and emotionally- I’d love to see a video with snippets of a typical day to see how manage so much into your seemingly balanced schedule. Exercise, cleaning, shopping, book/music time, etc. Etc. 2-year subscriber who loves the kind and zen-like atmosphere you exude through the lens.

[@notfainthearted4721]

Kevin, I so enjoy being with you. I found your videos not long ago and have been a fan ever since. Thank you for sharing your home and garden.

[@georgettea7836]

Your music room is so beautiful! I love the wallpaper and the pink roses are perfect. Your videos are like a meditation, I always feel better after watching. 😊

[@blessings4381]

So nice to have a quiet space with you today. Here on the NW coast of Oregon a layer of ice has prevented travel into town for church service. We have mostly steep hills getting into and out of tkwn. Some roads are closed altogether. Spending this time with you and a cup of mocha coffee has motivated me to clear Christmas and Epiphany away and move into the season of hope. Blessings to you for 2024. P.S. Even my cat, C!over, likes watching you.

[@katharinemcgrath428]

Dear Kevin, in honour of you I finally brushed the ( uninhabited) spider webs off the hall chandelier.

[@lynnallen1315]

That is a beautiful music room. I love the paper.

[@sherryhicks4156]

I enjoy the format of your videos. Kevin you are so rare these days. I love the formality of everything you do. It is truly a lost art. I can see the pride you take in your home and lifestyle.

[@2CraftySeniors]

What a fun day... and what a delicious lunch. 🥰Thank you so much for inviting me. See you next time! 🤗

[@charlottea.cavatica8423]

Ok, I have a big complaint-we need MORE Kevin! Your videos are simply charming as well as educational. For example cleaning walls was something I hated until I saw you mopping them. I whipped out my long handled swiffer and breezed through them. Your presentations are so calm and elegant. Thank you, Kevin, for sharing with us all.❤

[@tinag4166]

What a kind and lovely person you are. I feel inspired watching you go about your chores. P.S. This is the first time I've ever made a comment on line.

[@rebeccayoung6505]

It has been too long. What a needed breath of fresh air and calm to visit with Kevin in his beautiful home, so lovingly cared for. Heartfelt thanks!

[@renestewart604]

The roses are exquisite. The vegetable pie looks delicious and I am certainly going to try making it.

[@dennismcclelland6358]

I have just discovered your channel and I am so enjoying your programs.You are a breath of fresh air in an otherwise bland world.Very few of the ''young folk''have any interest in setting a proper table these days.Re your video when you talked about cloth napkins,I have amassed quite a collection of both dinner napkins and hand towels simply by attending church bazaar sales.The present generation do not seem to want to take the time to spend in caring for a beautiful tablescape.Keep up the good work.Susan in Toronto ,Ontario .Canada

[@juliepowell5941]

I make this vegetable tart recipe of yours regularly, Kevin, and it never fails, and always delights. I am so pleased you shared it with us! A pleasure, as always, to enjoy your company in this video. Love from England 😊

[@min-jn9uq]

You are so cool. This is South Korea. Your video brings me healing. Thank you.

[@royalgal8046]

Dear KLJ I'm absolutely addicted to your channel!!! You are 100% classy and elegant! A refreshing combination in today's world! Please keep doing what you do so very well. ❤

[@susanmorris3822]

Nice to see you again, a joy to watch you as usual. Take care Kevin!

[@hollydewbean3248]

As I watch Kevin make this beautiful tart, Im enjoying his sweet cream scones with clotted cream and blackberry fruit spread. Delicious! Im going to make the vegetable tart next; yum! Thank you so much Kevin ❤

[@ЛюбовьАлександровна-ю2я]

Обожаю смотреть ваши видео! Отдыхаю душой! Мне кажется, что в прошлой жизни я жила в Англии! Ха-ха-ха!

[@НатальяКоршия]

о! ещё одна

[@BrunieStudios]

The Piano music is the ultimate..❤ such a heartwarming cozy day with you, we are blessed. Thank you!❤

[@lindawatson8795]

When you clean I look around my house and see what needs done!! You inspire me!! Your tart looks Devine!!!!

[@staceys1870]

Right? I have never been so inspired to clean, and it is one of my biggest faults. I feel incredibly renewed and motivated to change my. "bad" ways! = )

[@jandelricci637]

How I love your beautiful, Zen-like videos ! I get so many recipe ideas, and absolutely get inspired to clean and freshen up my home. Some of my favorite videos of yours are actually you cleaning your very beautiful home ! Thank you for sharing your ideas for home and garden !

[@parkwood6334]

Kevin, seeing the beautiful wood furniture reminds me of home. I didn't expect that watching someone clean could be so relaxing.

[@mariamorales81]

Omg! Where have you been. Just LOVE your channel. I am hooked!!!

[@GayleTerry-s7g]

The tart is a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds. My mouth watered when I heard you crunch into that lovely puff pastry crust. Will definitely try that. It's like a healthy pizza, right? I like you even more now that I know we share an appreciation for cloth napkins. I've got a big collection of them that I can't part with even though I don't entertain as much as I once did. Also, how is it that having watched so many of your episodes I failed to notice your spectacular red Persian rug in the music room? I'm trying not to covet it but it's not working. Love ya, Kevin - you and your examples of gracious living.

[@shantenafreeman8908]

Oh Kevin! Yet another pleasant video. Just what I needed to get me motivated to clean my place 😊 Thanks again for inviting us to your beautiful home. Will definitely try the veggie tart recipe. Blessings 🙏 to All 🕊️

[@Belluser-we1uc5cb2l]

I love watching your blissful life and beautiful home. It brings me calm to my anxiety ❤

[@MA-sk4fg]

Thank God there are wonderful people like you Kevin and your audience on the other side of.

[@staceys1870]

Thank you Kevin for another visually stunning, thoughtful and straight to the heart video. My mom and I are always encouraged to cook and clean all the things we never do. Please know you are greatly appreciated. Enjoy your Sunday. Sending much love.

[@sunshinepatsoph4219]

The videos can be about to brush the garage floor, or cleaning windows, no matter what, we will enjoy them. Because of Kevin 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@Phyllyps-Levine]

Was skiing all day. Now back to earth.

[@lordylou1]

Hello from the UK. I love your videos, Kevin. Please keep doing what you're doing.

[@摸鱼茉莉花]

Thank you Kevin! Finally there is some one who can show us how to live elegantly. Wish more people like you live near metro areas.

[@MaryJanePollock]

Beautiful pianos! I'm not sure which one I like better. Love them both. The house looks so clean and comfortable. Very inviting. I love the pink rose bouquet. The tart looks delicious. Perfect for a cold winter's day by the fire. I wanted to reach in virtually and have a sip or two of the Coppela Claret in the balloon goblet. Lovely. You could serve something like chocolate truffles for a little desert after. I received at least three pounds of truffles for Christmas, from various friends. The secrets out. I'm a chocoholic. Anyway, just thought that might be a good way to disperse of the remaining truffles. Thank you for the great housecleaning/tart video. I'm glad that in some small way, I help you get it done. Even if just virtually through the internet. I know that I get the courage to face certain chores from watching your show. Take care and have a great week.♥️🥘🍷💐🥦🌶️🌰🥬

[@thefrenchgardener1865]

Always look forward to the "nod of approval after every first taste".....Merci beaucoup!

[@maryrouse9821]

You make domestic chores look so easy. That tart looks amazing.

[@mrob75]

Only “Kevin” can inspire me to iron! 😊

[@veroniquemenis5190]

Vous êtes très inspirant. Il me semble sentir jusqu’ici le parfum de votre maison ! L’énergie est communicative !

[@janw7536]

I stumbled upon your channel about two weeks ago and have been binge watching since then. I love your home, your gentle nature and your recipes. I’ve not seen your mysterious Mr Fox but keep hoping! I love seeing your garden in all four seasons. In Texas we have 1 month of ice, 3 weeks of spring, 10 months of burning hot and 1 week of Autumn. No necessarily in the appropriate order. And I love your fur babies. I get tickled when you say that our local supermarket or grocery store will have this or that item of food. I have to drive an hour to Dallas to find delicata squash. I got one though. Can’t wait to try it. Stay warm and thank you so much for sharing your life with us.

[@joancollier4488]

To add to my calm mindfulness I have just ‘found’ you again Kevin. I’m always looking for new recipes too but what I would really enjoy would be to see you play your beautiful piano. Thank you in advance if it is already you playing to accompany your videos…❤

[@kristinaginorio1344]

Yet another great recipe you've shared with us this year. Many thanks.

[@ednawilliams3608]

We are having some unusually cold weather in Texas today and watching your video was a perfect pass time for this Sunday afternoon. Thanks so much for inviting us into your home.

[@richoneplanet7561]

Love the freezing of onions for future meals - perfecto 👍🏻 you are a one man cleaning team 👍🏻

[@paulahawkins3786]

Watching your videos are one of my favorite things to do on a chilly Sunday afternoon- thank you!

[@CharlotteFairchild]

As we age, using tools to help make moving a big KitchenAid Mixer and adding ingredients safely are so helpful. I love being able to move the mixer on the special sliding pad. I made cupcakes today, and I know it is because I watched your cooking as a treat before and after cleaning or organizing, or in my case, making arts, sewing and crafts! I made masks in 2020, and use them as pockets on fleece ponchos. I have come up with a (2) pillowcase poncho. What I like most about cooking are the smells!

[@loisrader8089]

I am really enjoying your videos. You make me feel welcomed in your home and the warmth of your soul is truly present. Thank you for allowing me in your daily life.

[@dannmurray1199]

I hate to admit it...but I'm just having such a lousy day. Watching your videos is an instant uplift....and boy, I am chomping at the bit to try that gorgeous vegetable tart!

[@sherilynpeters6459]

The roasted vegtable tart looks lovely.😊

[@juliepowell5941]

It is! Try it - very simple recipe that results in a tart which is irresistible!

[@The_Real_DreamM]

Lovely Kevin. And thanks for the tip about chopping and freezing excess onions! Thank you.

[@mavep2855]

Your home is beautiful and very welcoming. How lovely to enjoy a delicious meal by a roaring fire on a cold winter’s day. Thank you Kevin for a little gentility in our crazy world.🙏🏼❤️

[@r.c.4016]

Kevin you are so elegant and eloquent. I love every video. It is a pleasure to watch you cook; clean; pet your sweet animals. Very nice masculine hands. I am using your recipes for hamburger buns and several of the great desserts. Hope you and Mr Fox are having a wonderful New Year thus far.

[@elegantspell]

You always bring peace into my heart and mind, Kevin! I absolutely adore you. Thank you!🤍🕊️🤍

[@charmainepriestman915]

What a lovely surprise, I love your videos ❤

[@samanthabloggins1775]

Sometimes yard sales or that kind of thing where the people are getting rid of stuff . You might find antique lace napkins.

[@fridayschild19]

It is snowing today where I live, and I could not have enjoyed it more than I do spending time watching what you are cooking for our cold winter day! Have a blessed day!❤

[@tortimeese]

Such a beautiful wallpaper in the music room. Pretty and cheerful. Such a lovely room.

[@captainnathan3690]

Hello, Kevin. Thank you for another enjoyable vid! I, too, love cloth napkins and love to iron as well. I used to do a lot of sewing on home decor projects for my home (drapes, pillows, etc) and a lot of ironing is involved when sewing so I purchased a Rowenta steam iron with a large tank. It’s fabulous! The iron itself is quite light but the tank holds a good amount of water so you can keep going without stopping to constantly refill. I don’t do quite that amount of ironing today but still do shirts, blouses, top sheets and pillow cases so it’s great to have. For cloth napkins (dinner or cocktail) I always check the sales at Pottery Barn and Williams-Sonoma. I love their merchandise and their sales are terrific. Those and other sites like them are good to check out. I now have a solid supply of nice napkins. Finally, that veggie “pizza” is going on the menu this week! Looks delicious and I need to get more veggies in. Thanks for that recipe. Have a lovely day!❤

[@lookinupmovinon1088]

I love onions Kevin! Yay I love this and you are right, they freeze beautifully. Hello from SC

[@jumma2015]

👍713 양파의 손질과 보관법, 음악실을 청소하고, 신선한 야채로 구워진 맛있는 타르트 건강에도 맛있어 보이네요. 정성 가득한 일상의 순간을 나눠주셔서 감사합니다.👩‍🍳💞

[@pettytoni1955]

It's so precious that you included us in the planting of your onions together, as well as cleaning the music room. I buy extra onions and green or red peppers when I shop, specifically to mince (separately) in my food processor. I layer the pulp between paper towels in a bowl. Once the paper towel has absorbed the liquid, I put the onion or peppers in a large zip lock bag in a thin layer, freezing it flat. When cooking any dish requiring onion, etc., I simply break off a piece. So convenient when my mother wants a delicious omlet for breakfast. I freeze cooked and drained mushrooms the same way.

[@ginas.6656]

Everything looks so cozy and i can't wait to make that veggie tart yum!

[@Jennifer_Lewis_Beach_Living]

I have that same exact chopping gadget, and I absolutely love it. It makes chopping so much easier, especially if I need to chop veggies for soups and stews. I highly recommend it. Although I live in the US, I do appreciate it when you give the metric equivalents in measurements, especially with baking, since measuring the ingredients in grams is a major game changer when it comes to how the product comes out. I enjoy your videos on gracious living so much. I get so many good ideas from them. Thank you!

[@ZalthorAndNoggin]

Hi Kevin! I finally got round to watching this episode. Your Vegetable Tart has definitely taken my fancy. The colours of the vegetables and crunch of the pastry make it look so appetising! So much so, I bought all the ingredients required today. Ridiculously, I had to shop in THREE different supermarkets to get everything I wanted! I'm all set though to make this tart for tomorrow. So satisfying for you while dealing with all your home grown onions. Slightly different of course to the way people in the past dealt with vegetables but the principles have remained the same. So industrious too, real fires do demand extra cleaning but so worthwhile and that pile of napkins for ironing. Made me quite worn out just watching you!! The pink roses you bought look beautiful particularly when garden greenery had been added. Another extra special visit to your home and tomorrow I will be sharing a little of your expertise when making your Vegetable Tart. I'm really looking forward to making and eating it already. As Ever, Steve xx

[@barbaradobson9298]

Love watching you enjoy your recipes. When your head bobs up and down I can’t help but smile. Bon apetit

[@cristinapopa2608]

Dear Kevin, thank you for another wonderful video with a bit of everything for everyone, so relaxing and inspiring to watch❣

[@lok4058]

The fire is so inviting and the tart looks fabulous. ☕️

[@asumanfrat2984]

The most therapeutic video I've ever watched.❤

[@jeanettemcalister3527]

You are such an inspirational breath of fresh air in everything you do!

[@oceanhome039]

Wow! I enjoyed your day. The tart is looking sumptuous and I can’t wait to try it! Those pink roses do look great in the music room. I always e joy your piano interludes. Thank you for this classy channel! 🇨🇦

[@HorsesnDogs]

I just discovered your wonderful channel! Happily I can watch all of your previous episodes. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home and gardens. Such a perfect mix of topics. And I love seeing your lovely dog and cats having free roam of such a beautiful house. Watching is not only informative but a peaceful escape from all that is troubling these days.

[@hg971]

Just absolutely wonderful - as always 🙂

[@kathleen7116]

Kevin, highly recommend April Cornell for kitchen and dining linens. They’re pricey, but the most beautiful I’ve seen. Thoroughly enjoyed today’s video, as always. Thank you so much!

[@charlenewilliford6957]

Really enjoy spending time with you no matter what you do. Have a lovely week❤