Italian Grandma Makes Bolognese Sauce
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Published 2021-06-25
3-4 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 cup chopped yellow onion
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped celery
Salt (about 3 teaspoons)
Black pepper (about 1 teaspoon)
1½ pounds ground beef (lean 95/5)
½ pound ground pork
1 cup dry red wine
6 ounces tomato paste
1 quart peeled tomatoes
1 quart tomato puree
¼ cup fresh basil
1 cup whole milk
1 pound wide fresh pasta noodles such as Pappardelle
¼ cup grated Pecorino Romano Cheese
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FAQ:
Who is this lady?
Gina Petitti was born in 1935 in Faeto, Italy. It is in the province of Foggia in the Puglia region of southeast Italy. Her family ran a farm in Italy and she met her husband, Vito, in the same town. In 1970 Gina, Vito, and her 4 children immigrated to America. Gina’s husband passed away in 2012, but she is surrounded by a large family, which includes 9 grandchildren, and lives 5 minutes away from her eldest daughter in New Jersey. Gina enjoys making food for her family in the same old fashion ways as she was taught by her mother and grandmother in Italy, and also new things she has subsequently learned from family and friends in America. She also enjoys gardening, and being an active member of her local Church.
Where does Gina get her recipes?
Most of these recipes are from what she learned growing up in Italy, but some of them have evolved over time. She has also learned new recipes from friends and family in America. She is always eager to try new things.
Why is no one helping her in the video?
Grandma Gina doesn’t want help! Usually, it’s because we will slow her down or not do it “her way.” For the videos we only show her, but when the camera cuts we jump in and help form the cookies or prep for the next step.
Why don’t we buy her a new...?
Grandma Gina has a closet and garage full of new gadgets, spoons, forks, pots, etc… but she doesn’t like them because she is used to doing it with her old tools. She has fun getting her hands dirty!
Who is behind the camera and behind the scenes?
Grandma Gina’s retired son-in-law, Nick, does the filming, editing, production, and channel management. Her daughter, Maria, helps with food preparation, kitchen setup and fan support. Also, Grandma Gina usually has one or two grand-kids in the kitchen to help.
Does Gina read the comments?
We print out and show her how much love she gets from all her viewers, and she is very thankful and hopes you enjoy her cooking! Your comments bring her lots of joy, laughter, and inspiration to make more videos to share with you.
Thank you for watching, we hope you subscribe, and we will see you in our next video!
All Comments (21)
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She doesn't know this yet, but I've just adopted her as my grandmother.
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I just yelled to my husband…”GINA’S BACK”…I was so worried about you!I’m so glad you are well and doing your cooking again. We all missed you!!!!! Love 😅😘🥰
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All I can say is she warms my heart watching her cook. Listening to her talk and sing. 😭 I love her.
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I love that she included pictures of her family and friends in the cookbook. A meal is never complete without someone special to share it with ❤
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Nona is back!!!! "Enjoy, Gina!" - that was priceless.
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I am so emotional anyone else? I think of Gina a lot and I pray she is in good health who knew she was making us a book God Bless her .oxox
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I made this yesterday for my BF and we loved it! He turned and said “you gotta make this again” grandma Gina helping me get a husband lol😂 ❤
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I just bought the cookbook! I can not tell you how many times your family has brought me so much happiness. I play her voice while I cook. I want her to live without pain, forever.
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YOU’RE BACK!!! Oh, how I’ve missed you. Sending hugs. You are a treasure.
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Everybody gangsta until Gina starts dual-wielding the kitchen tools. 😂 Looks amazing.
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I am originally from Ethiopia and I love Nonna Gina’s recipes (and her spontaneous singing sessions!) I will definitely order her cookbook!
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She's a lovely Grandma
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One of the most adorable personalities I've seen.
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WHY ARE THERE ANY DISLIKES FOR THIS? Gina doesn't deserve any dislikes!. She is honest, good hearted and lovely (and very talented) . God bless you Gina. xxx
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I've been watching this channel for a while now. I have kinda adopted you as the Italian grandmother i always wished I had. It's so cool that you got your cookbook. I actually had to laugh because I can see how proud of it you must be. Im happy for you.
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Today I searched "authentic Italian food" because that's my favorite kind of food and found her today and instantly fell in love with her. She is so darn precious, I'm sure us trying her recipes and her making them herself, doesn't taste exactly the same because it always needs a mothers/grandmothers touch.
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This is the smartest thing ever by her family: to save and memorialize it all now with her blessing it and overseeing it! and SHARING it! because that's how it and she lives on forever and will. GOD Bless her with 100+ more years! I'm envious that I didn't do this with my parents and grandparents no matter how many times they asked me to do it. My regret. This is BEAUTIFUL..
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I HAVE TO ADMIT, LIKE THE REST OF THE WORLD I WAS WORRIED!! NOW, I AM VERY, VERY RELIEVED!! WHAT A COME BACK, A BOOK AND A GLORIOUS BOLOGNESE--BRAVA TUTTI DI'BRAVA!!! NEXT ORDER, 3 BOOKS--1 FOR ME AND 2 FOR DUI AMICI. GRAZI !!!
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I love watching Grandma Gina cook all her favorite dishes that her family loves. To the family members who started her channel, you did a great thing to give her purpose and satisfaction in what she already enjoys doing and is good at. You have done something wonderful for her. This makes her happy. God bless the whole entire family that appreciates her gift and recipes. Oh, and her legacy lives on in her recipes that she is leaving for all to enjoy.
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No matter how low I may feel, or how difficult my day, watching Gramma Gina cook lifts my spirits like nothing else! PLUS I get help & guidance on how to make amazing Italian food the Old School way . For me, delicious Italian food comforts like a warm hug... and I'm not even Italian! THANK YOU, Gramma Gina & Crew for your hard work. Two thumbs up.
