Italian Grandma Makes Lentil Soup
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Published 2019-02-16
1 lb Lentils
2 Bay Leaves
2 Garlic Cloves, halved
Olive Oil
½ Onion, chopped
1 Plum Tomato, chopped
1 cup Celery, chopped
1 cup Carrots, chopped
1 Potato, diced
¼ cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
3½ qts Water, total approx
6 oz Small Soup Shell Pasta
Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese
Salt and Pepper to taste
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FAQ:
Who is this lady?
Gina Petitti was born in 1935 in Faeto, 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 spends her time cooking, 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?
Her retired son-in-law films, her daughter helps her prep, and she usually has one or two grandkids in the kitchen.
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.
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All Comments (21)
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Can we agree that this little Italian Grandma is absolutely precious??
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Gina is the best thing on the entire internet
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This family is so blessed to have her as nona.
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The singing is actually a very important part. It helps fuse the flavours together. When a meal is cooked with love, it always tastes better. And this is why
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I'm Jamaican, but I loved the cooking and the singing. She cooks with love. Funny last night I boiled lintels but she gave me a good simple recipe. I feel like shes my grandma. Thank you Nana.
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This Italian grandma is so real, so adorable
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I love Grandma Gina so much! She always makes me smile. I lost my own Italian Grandma when I was 14. I loved her dearly.
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I love you Grandma Gina, your singing always touches my heart. I love your videos, God bless you and your family. ❤❤❤
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The world would be a better place if everyone had a grandmother like you.
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She is such a joy to watch. In today’s world ~ this brings such warmth to my heart.
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Over twenty years ago, I bought a culinary encyclopedia second hand. There was a recipe for Italian minestrone soup. I tried it and the result was extraordinary! People were raving about it! My mother's elderly friends were claiming that it had curative powers: They recovered from sicknesses. But actually, the secret of it was twofold. First, healthy ingredients, and second, NEVER boil. You can get away with frying tomatoes furiously, but usually excessive heat kills flavour. I am sure that this grandma's lentil soup is as healthy as was my minestrone!
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Isn't SHE LOVELY ! I was born in San Fele in the province of Potenza and with a name like Vito I knew rite away we were at the very least neighbours ! Having lost my Mom last year watching her was difficult and yet very soothing for my soul ! Just Like my mom her LOVE for family and life is comforting at the same time ! I miss her like i would miss breathing ! Tyvm for posting this wonderful video ! ALL THE BEST to you and your family ! Tanti Aguria! ❤
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This woman is a saint. "You've got to cook, eat, and be happy." God bless her.
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I can listen to her talk all day. She is so cute.
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Don't you just loooove this wonderful Italian nonna?
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The only thing that makes me sad is that she is not my grandma :)
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That's right grandma "We gotta live, make exercise, cook. We gotta be happy. We gotta do everything!" That is the best advice ever.
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This beautiful woman is the last of her kind!!! A real National treasure!!!
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It’s so sweet she has her own channel. Well done for the support from her family, I’m half Italian and I love cooking with my Nona God rest her soul!
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She is so joyful, explains well. I thank her.
