Italian Grandma Makes Cavatelli (Cicatelli)

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  • CAVATELLI (Cicatelli):
    4 extra large Eggs
    1 cup tepid Water (240ml)
    2 tsp Salt (12g)
    4 cups All Purpose Unbleached Flour (480g)
    plus 2 cups bench flour as needed (240g)
    1 cup Semolina Flour (120g)
    Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese
    Add your favorite sauce and enjoy!
    *Fresh Cavatelli can be frozen for up to one month
    COOKBOOK: "Cooking with Grandma Gina" is available on Amazon in Paperback and eBook.
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    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.
    Thank you for watching, we hope you subscribe, and we will see you in our next video!

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  • @susanb4816
    @susanb4816 4 ปีที่แล้ว +154

    i have ptsd and sometimes my depression turns my thoughts to white noise. times like this make it difficult to plan dinner. i am so grateful for granma gina, her songs, her joy, her great instruction, her excellent food. thanks so much for sharing. you've no idea how much it helps me and my family

    • @johnchase4408
      @johnchase4408 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Very good description. I suffer from PTSD, anxiety, depression myself and I get either "white noise" or intrusive/obtrusive thoughts bombarding me a thousand miles an hour.
      Her videos help me.

    • @nomadfae
      @nomadfae 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@johnchase4408 Bless you both!

    • @cayugafeather7772
      @cayugafeather7772 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Susan B Cooking is a great escape from this nutso world! Keep watching Gramma Gina, and stay happy!👍

    • @fayeevpt
      @fayeevpt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I had depression for well over ten years and managed to come out of it three years ago. I know it feels impossible when you’ve had it for so long, but it is possible to heal.
      You might find the work of ‘dr Joe dispenza’ helpful, especially his book ‘you are the placebo’.
      Hope you’re doing well, lots of love 💗💕

    • @robinkahler3404
      @robinkahler3404 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have PTSD, too and you are right! Grandmom Gina has given me a reason to get up and do something in the kitchen and it feels so good!

  • @tatianazuban660
    @tatianazuban660 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Dear Gina, thank you for a new recipe! Last week I cooked chicken a la parmigana and baked vegetables and tiramisu (it was made 3 days before) , and all my guests enjoyed the dinner. I told them it was all thanks to a wonderful woman - Gina. So. indeed, you have friends in many places and countries. Thank you once again, thanks to your son-in-law and your daughter who are helping you. Good health to you and your big family!

  • @abfabhax793
    @abfabhax793 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I started watching Gina's videos a few months ago. I canned my own tomatoes this year cause of her video's and now am the proud owner of a yellow Atlas pasta machine. Keep them coming Gina! We love you!!

    • @tatianazuban660
      @tatianazuban660 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I canned tomatoes too this year thanks to Gina, and everytime I open the jar I say - thank you, Gina

    • @cayugafeather7772
      @cayugafeather7772 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Abfab Hax She is like a hero to many people, in these crazy times. She is a reminder that good will prevail!

    • @emmasdaughter42
      @emmasdaughter42 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      When I watched her can the tomatoes I cried,, because I use to help my mother make them the same exact way, I wish we had that tomatoe machine, my dad and I use to grind all the tomatoes!!!!
      When I seen the shelves of tomatoes the tears really started, our cellar had the same shelves filled, even after my mom passed the shelves where full, until we started to use them up, and little by little they where gone....the family all moved away and no one was left to carry on the tradition....

  • @georgematthiessen2335
    @georgematthiessen2335 4 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    Gina, my wife and I made some tonight and this was my first time making pasta...I have NEVER in my life had pasta that good!!!!!! We also made homemade sauce to go on it. Thank you Gina for inspiring me to try something new. Now I'm looking at getting a pasta maker. Please don't change who you are at all because we LOVE YOU!!!!!!

  • @dinabogomazova1894
    @dinabogomazova1894 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tears of happiness every time when i see this amazing lady. So thank you for you.

  • @theresamimnaugh1190
    @theresamimnaugh1190 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mama Gina, you inspire me to do so much. I’m not it great health, but since I’ve watched you, I’ve started to do so much more cooking for the family. I love to make homemade things for my daughter and granddaughters. Thank you so much for returning my love of cooking. You are truly a blessing. 🙏❣️

  • @ABCD-sh3hw
    @ABCD-sh3hw 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bravissima
    Belle le parole delle canzoni di nonna Gina 😗

  • @bucbaby1
    @bucbaby1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I used to make cavis with my grandma. I miss her.
    Thanks Gina! I'll be making these soon ♥️

  • @janellehaskins3424
    @janellehaskins3424 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Aww! Gina reminds me of my Great Grandma Ricci. She used to say Mangia! Mangia! 🇮🇹

  • @MrCutlerylover
    @MrCutlerylover 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Gina, you are one of the best 👑👑👑 making cooking video's. I love it en watch al of them. They make me happy.

  • @mauriellorocco
    @mauriellorocco 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Signora Gina next recipe for next week are cavatelli with fried crumb from bread ,this are typically from our regions Campania and Puglia in south Italy. God bless you and your family. Grazie

  • @deepanikaluarachchi1410
    @deepanikaluarachchi1410 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    When you do it I'm enjoying lot.
    You are so precious lady.

  • @loridagostino9716
    @loridagostino9716 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Reminds me of watching my of nona when I was little in the kitchen . Now I know how to make pasta ❤❤❤ looks delicious

  • @laurasoria2782
    @laurasoria2782 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are my inspiration sweet lady ❤️

  • @ollesvensson6439
    @ollesvensson6439 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dio ti benedica Gina! Ecco un saluto dalla Svezia!

  • @장미나-j7e
    @장미나-j7e 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What I would give to have an Italian grandma who sang while making cavatelli

  • @cherylmakela1844
    @cherylmakela1844 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    making it tonight, cant wait

  • @leavingearth3998
    @leavingearth3998 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Especially the men they the sweetest

  • @sytomm
    @sytomm 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love from Algeria 🥰

  • @debbiemackenzie6981
    @debbiemackenzie6981 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful pasta,,lots of work! What cheese do you use?

    • @BuonAPetitti
      @BuonAPetitti  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      My favorite grated cheese is Pecorino Romano. I buy a large piece and grate it myself.

  • @mariacasella979
    @mariacasella979 4 ปีที่แล้ว +240

    When I get notification,the music starts,I see Bella Nona Gina it brings me soo much 💖I know we will all get wonderful stories of her childhood,beautiful songs,brings back all my very past,I hold dear in my heart,those days have been gone but our memories are what we have...since I found this channel from the beginning I'm so glad I did..Thank you to your family for sharing you with us...so much love,respect,appreciation for all you do for us all..🙏❤️

  • @sherrysoong94
    @sherrysoong94 4 ปีที่แล้ว +339

    "I no make a too much, just to show you...." 0:35 (Makes enough to feed 100 people) Love Nona Gina!

    • @ItalianFoodBoss
      @ItalianFoodBoss 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Sherry Soong Children, grandchildren, uncles, aunties and a couple of neighbours 🤣🤣🤣
      TRUE ITALIAN STYLE!
      💪🇮🇹

    • @nomadfae
      @nomadfae 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @lima leaf frog Right?!

    • @cjay2
      @cjay2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      As soon as she said that, I thought "never"! Twenty-three video minutes later, the entire board is covered with cavatelli !

    • @bernadettecarrero6883
      @bernadettecarrero6883 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I love her!!!!!!♥️♥️♥️

    • @CharliesMom1956
      @CharliesMom1956 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      😂😂😂

  • @cherylsyoutubies
    @cherylsyoutubies 4 ปีที่แล้ว +311

    Gina, you do not have a lazy bone in your body. You are so full of love and joy that comes right through the screen. It never fails to bring happy tears to my eyes. You are a gift to your biological family, and to all of us who have come to know you through the beautiful videos that you have shared with us.

    • @ginamac9112
      @ginamac9112 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Cheryl Lehrman so well said. I feel exactly the same.

    • @dragonflysteampunk4266
      @dragonflysteampunk4266 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@ginamac9112 Ditto! I love that sweet Nonna.

    • @eternaltreasures5340
      @eternaltreasures5340 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Exactly! I watch more for her and her spirit, the food is just a bonus. I pray the good Lord keeps and protects her all the days of her life.

    • @Torbis101
      @Torbis101 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I feel exactly the same.

    • @MrsTerrebonne
      @MrsTerrebonne 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Brilliantly said! 👌❤

  • @sweetivorywhite
    @sweetivorywhite 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    I am so thrilled that you have become so huge on here! I’ve been following you and sending love with each video! You are better than an antidepressant xo

  • @iggs10
    @iggs10 4 ปีที่แล้ว +130

    I ate Cavatelli on my first date with my now, husband. We will celebrate 25 years in April. I still love both.

    • @loriholman6125
      @loriholman6125 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      🎉Congratulations 🎊 & many more years to come❣

    • @iggs10
      @iggs10 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lori Holman thank you! 😀

    • @carolweaver3269
      @carolweaver3269 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Congratulations, to you and your husband on your 25th Anniversary! Bless you, both. What a wonderful memory is to remember what you had on your "fist date." that tells one this is a very special meal! Grandma doe a fantastic job teaching how to make Cavatelli, and this will hopefully make many more memories for people.

  • @KingKongFan
    @KingKongFan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I love all of Nonna Gina's recipes, but this one really touched my heart. I remember as a boy my late nonna, parents and even aunts helping with the homemade cavatelli. There were white sheets of cavatelli drying throughout the house. While the sugo cooked. Oh what I would give to have just one of those days back! Thank you Nonna Gina you are truly a blessing.

  • @AdcrofromTikTok
    @AdcrofromTikTok 4 ปีที่แล้ว +169

    “I enjoy when I do something” - Gina, 2020

    • @Ivartshiva
      @Ivartshiva 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      The Tao of Gina right there

    • @jackyrenjifo9628
      @jackyrenjifo9628 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mi piace molto

    • @FITZIEBLUE
      @FITZIEBLUE 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jackyrenjifo9628 i really like this too !

    • @AdcrofromTikTok
      @AdcrofromTikTok 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Vassal Colony - I prefer Gina’s

    • @carmensc8910
      @carmensc8910 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This woman is so similar to my own granny, back in Murcia, Spain. She speaka exactly the same way, I mean, about the joy of doing stuff, about her grandchildren and how much they love her meals hahahha I wanna call my granny now to hear her voice... my dear "yaya"

  • @salliannebrown8129
    @salliannebrown8129 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Love when Gina talks about her history with the food. "When I was a little girl..." Love Nonna Gina!

  • @nf2885
    @nf2885 4 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    Gina bella!! When my mother passed away I inherited her cavatelli maker but I never used it because I didn’t know how to make the cavatelli. Now thanks to you, I know how to make the dough and I can use the cavatelli maker. I can’t wait to make them 😋😋😋😋! I love your cooking shows and the recipes you share with all of us. Oh and your singing brings me to tears. I especially love the song you sang today. It was beautiful👍👏👏👏God bless you Gina bella🙏🙋🏻❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @pennylane7181
    @pennylane7181 4 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    Gina, how I wish I had just a fraction of the energy you have would be wonderful! When you knead dough, it always looks like satin. Beautiful! Blessings😀❤

  • @memawnethers14
    @memawnethers14 4 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    You are the sweetest lady on "you tube"..you make people smile. I love to watch you cook. Such a treasure !!! Thank you for allowing us in your kitchen!!!

    • @swaruppriyadarshi2299
      @swaruppriyadarshi2299 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      U r fantastic!! I am already hooked on to watching u day and night -u are addictive it’s midnight here in India Mumbai tonight and I can’t wait to join the queue early tomorrow morning till I have gone through your whole repertoire!! Quodos indeed!! That to from a semi retired working Med professional an eye surgeon now caught up in the covid juggernaught......

  • @bunnyg2373
    @bunnyg2373 4 ปีที่แล้ว +332

    This woman is a blessing to the world

    • @carolanngarcia9799
      @carolanngarcia9799 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes she sure is.
      That Cavatelli looks so delishes..

    • @GrandmasterUV
      @GrandmasterUV 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I agree

    • @bunnyg2373
      @bunnyg2373 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@livmarlin4259 are you serious?????

    • @bunnyg2373
      @bunnyg2373 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@livmarlin4259 how do you know this??

    • @bunnyg2373
      @bunnyg2373 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@BuonAPetitti im just glad you good :) thank you

  • @christopherratchford153
    @christopherratchford153 4 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    My favorite part is always when she says she is making a small batch just for purposes of demonstration and then proceeds to make enough to feed an army. I’d love to see her definition of a large batch. She’s awesome.

    • @deliarealtor
      @deliarealtor 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Christopher Ratchford that must be an Italian trait, my husband is always worried there won’t be enough and so makes too much. LOL.

    • @KameraShy
      @KameraShy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      "Small batch" just translates differently from Italian.

    • @isabelserrano6018
      @isabelserrano6018 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Watch her vídeo on preserving tomatoes, that is certainly a huge amount. Being portuguese I know a lot about huge amounts at any given time at meal time.

    • @chaneltyler
      @chaneltyler 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Lol there is only 2 of us in my house so I go feed my neighbors and mail man😳

    • @birgitscriba307
      @birgitscriba307 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cedra Weaver yes make my neighborhood happy with my nodules and cookies 😍

  • @Stafford-d8u
    @Stafford-d8u 4 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    God almighty I love this woman! Thank you 🙏

  • @DeannaHaney76
    @DeannaHaney76 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I think this is the second time I’ve watched this video. I enjoy her so much! I love it when she sings! This is what we need during this challenging time. Love and positivity from Gina!!

  • @carolskooge5044
    @carolskooge5044 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Your videos make me so happy. Yesterday when I was cooking I was trying to be like GrandmaGina. My husband was laughing at me. You are such a Blessing to us.

  • @ginamac9112
    @ginamac9112 4 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    Lol at the end where she takes a taste and she then says “what can I say!” Lol. Girl your food speaks so much for you. I am getting off my butt right now and making some pasta for my family tonight and we will toast you over it❤️

    • @ItalianFoodBoss
      @ItalianFoodBoss 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Gina Mac She reminds me of my nonna! She is lovely! Nonna Gina, grazie!
      I'd definitely try to do this myself and will probably make one of my videos on this. Ciao, keep yourself active and sweet!
      ❤️💪🇮🇹

    • @patriciaromanowski7100
      @patriciaromanowski7100 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Gina Mac I feel the same, thinking this before I read your comment!

    • @ginamac9112
      @ginamac9112 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I made ravioli today and it was really good but I’m positive hers would be million times better. I tagged her in my Instagram photo. I’m so happy I found her TH-cam channel.

    • @ItalianFoodBoss
      @ItalianFoodBoss 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Gina Mac That's great! What's your Instagram profile? I like to connect with "good food people" 😃
      I'm on instagram.com/italianfoodboss and I also have a TH-cam channel if you'd like to visit!
      Ciaoooooo 💪🇮🇹

    • @Ivartshiva
      @Ivartshiva 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      me too! Fettuccine with Gina's 'gravy' - long live Pecorino Romano!

  • @martha9292
    @martha9292 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have watched many many TH-cam videos over the years learning how to cook new things or improve. Hands down, Gina is my VERY FAVORITE. She is fantastic with her skills and knowledge. Her recipes are incredible and loved by all who eat anything she shows me. I just love and adore her. She is precious, wonderful and so full of love and wonder! Now my kids, grandkids, neighbors and friends love her too!
    Her songs, stories and blessings are just priceless. I LOVE HER!!!!

  • @Silv1a
    @Silv1a 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    So much work but greatly rewarding in the end.
    Omgosh looks delicious. Not a good idea to watch at 2:30am. 😋

  • @heathergutknecht1607
    @heathergutknecht1607 4 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    I giggled when she said "my finger my machine"... that and she enjoys doing this.. as I enjoy watching her!!! She has taught me so much!!!

  • @njlou1771
    @njlou1771 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I used to make this with my mother when I was a little boy. The whole trick is the thumb action. My mother made me wash my hands real good before making them.
    Thanks for bringing back a beautiful memory.

  • @cactusroadrunner5277
    @cactusroadrunner5277 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Gina bless ALL your descents and friends I'll bet they're so proud of you "Miss Video Star"! Keep going! Sing your heart to Everyone! Love your Italian style of cooking with passion! Your Family gets delicious food! I do love your songs and attitude! 💚💞💕💙😁😁🙏

  • @johnbruinsma7296
    @johnbruinsma7296 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Gina, I'm an Executive Chef, , and I love watching you cook, . And yes, you've even taught me a few things. If I can make a suggestion, could you please make franchese in one of your videos? I truly love to see how you prepare that! Keep cooking! You bring me joy, it was my grandma that gave me the bug to become a chef.

    • @BuonAPetitti
      @BuonAPetitti  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you for your kind words. Here is a link to my chicken francese , hope you get a chance to watch.
      th-cam.com/video/fv-lP-AEobg/w-d-xo.html

  • @jeanettewylie1804
    @jeanettewylie1804 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Darling grandma Gina, you need ta sing more often.............periodtt.(just an absolute doll you are). P. S. All of your family is my family too, Cannnaadaaahh, Ahhssaathrailliaah, Goddaa Bllessaah😁😘

  • @maryjanew20
    @maryjanew20 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I can still remember my grandma’s white table cloth covered dining room table opened as far as it would go filled with her fresh cavatelli. Thousands of those tasty little pasta shapes just waiting for Sunday dinner! Gina brings all those wonderful memories back for me. 💕

  • @constanceroma8264
    @constanceroma8264 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I get such a warm feeling in my heart watching Gina. Reminds me of my dads side of our family. Such happy times. Ginas a very talented lady. God Bless

  • @oceanbeliever681
    @oceanbeliever681 4 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Whomever gave her the thumbs down might be sleeping with the fish forget about it....

    • @sowelu66
      @sowelu66 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      they need a visit from Vincent

    • @RobinMarconeCassidyRN
      @RobinMarconeCassidyRN 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Lol! So true😃

    • @oceanbeliever681
      @oceanbeliever681 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      They just found a fresh dead body with a cavatelli in his mouth in South Jersey.....hmmm

    • @TalkTubeJeff
      @TalkTubeJeff 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No kidding!

    • @scarlettbartlett8172
      @scarlettbartlett8172 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I was wondering who does that to Gina? What’s not to like?

  • @penelope.1904
    @penelope.1904 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I wish I had a grandma like this. Man I would loved to be in the kitchen with her. So happy her family has these videos for generations to come. ❤❤

  • @lyndacaira1735
    @lyndacaira1735 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    What a great day-----that's any day when there is a video from Nonna Gina! You brought back so many memories of 55-60 years ago, when I was a little girl, and I would sit and watch my Nonna Immacolata make the cavatelli !!! And I would get so excited when she would let me put my little hands in the well, to bring the eggs and flour together! I used to run away though, when it was time to shape the thousands of cavatelli ! I hated that job. Today we got the extra treat of you singing, and also of speaking a little Italian! Per piacere, please make one video where you speak completely in Italian!! And it never fails, never do you make a video where I don't cry-------but they are always happy tears of happy memories! Grazie Nonna Gina!

    • @MelissaWalker82
      @MelissaWalker82 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That was my great grandmother’s name too ❤️

  • @franfletcher5133
    @franfletcher5133 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Gina, I can't begin I tell you how much joy you bring me! I realized that the whole time I watch your channel, I am smiling...and when you sing, it warms my heart. Thank you so much, you are an Angel on earth. God bless you.

  • @cindybirn7450
    @cindybirn7450 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    God Bless you too! ❤️ Thank you so much for teaching us your recipes and sharing your love of life and family. You are a true blessing.

  • @robinbanks895
    @robinbanks895 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    We love Nonna Gina!!! We love the intro music, we love her beautiful singing and stories and everything about her!! What an irreplaceable treasure she is!! God bless her and her family!!

  • @theresabollman8061
    @theresabollman8061 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love this wonderful lady. Her sweet nature cannot be hidden. She works amazingly hard, and everything she makes looks just perfect. I know her family feels very blessed to have her. Viva Nonna Gina! God Bless you!

  • @mlang3066
    @mlang3066 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I love to see you at work singing.. I’ll bet the little ones would be good in soup... your so special Gina, thank you for all that you share with us...❤️❤️❤️

  • @luvmypuppy9087
    @luvmypuppy9087 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow you made my favorite dish my grandmother made for me 40 year ago. I get teared up watching you. You have blessed me with such wonderful memories. Thank you so much! 💖

  • @thevillage6185
    @thevillage6185 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    She’s always so happy! God bless this woman!

  • @dfertefwergwergrfgwr
    @dfertefwergwergrfgwr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I was going to mention she should be on Food Network but she probably has a bigger audience here.

    • @pamsam8933
      @pamsam8933 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      TV can't have her. She's ours.

  • @maureenseel118
    @maureenseel118 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    One of the sweetest and purest things on TH-cam. I love this channel. Happy new year, Nonna Gina!

  • @ummahmoud4913
    @ummahmoud4913 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    From Saudi you’re an angel
    love ❤️ you mama Gina 💕
    Bless these hands ,,,,this preparation really needs power to make ,,may God give you great health grandma 👵

  • @marybrantley2160
    @marybrantley2160 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This beautiful woman is not only fun to watch and learn from, but she also gives us lessons as to being appreciative of our families and friends! Very special lady!!

  • @elizabethgerow1151
    @elizabethgerow1151 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I enjoy seeing Italian Grandma cook she explains everything in detail, and she always looks so happy! 😃
    She sure enjoys life! What an inspiration she is

  • @ryanchenault80
    @ryanchenault80 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I am so grateful to have found this channel. I am almost 40 years old now. I was so fortunate to have been able to spend so much time with not only all my grandparents but some of my great grandparents as well. I was so close to them all and learned so much from them. I can pick out parts of my personality that each of them shaped. Listening to and learning from them was no doubt among my best decisions in life. Seems like when i was young many young people dont see the value in learning from our older friends and relatives. Now as an adult it seems that kids are even less interested in things like this. Im very grateful this family for sharing all of this with us on TH-cam. I think its so great that her family takes the time to produce these videos. This information is priceless.

  • @roadeagle
    @roadeagle 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Another great episode of Nonna Gina, and her golden hands working for love of family. What a great and easy recipe and the results look delicious. Grazie Nonna Gina!

  • @dennyc1205
    @dennyc1205 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love it when she sings songs from the old country as she cooks...like grandmothers all over the world! You go Gina.

  • @timkline162
    @timkline162 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Great video and thanks for bringing back memories. I remember making these with my grandmother when I was little. We also called them gavadeels too! I thought no one but my family knew that word, everyone else thinks it's gnocci.

    • @pespos1
      @pespos1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tim Kline my mom made these and I still have her machine

    • @sthompsen6653
      @sthompsen6653 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep! Gavadeels! Us kids said cavadils. We all gathered around to make them. The adults used their fingers and the kids got a fork to roll them off to make it easier.

  • @tetyanasologub2808
    @tetyanasologub2808 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent recipes! I've tried almost all of them and my family loved it! Wonderful beautiful woman! Love from Canada!

  • @NewMediaFormat
    @NewMediaFormat 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I'm going to Runaway from home and Stay with you Grandma ! .. And I'll be good.. You won't have to use the Big Wooden Spoon on me .

    • @nomadfae
      @nomadfae 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      OMG that's hysterical!

    • @lhzook
      @lhzook 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      TheNewFormat I’ll wash the dishes!

  • @raquelcastro5026
    @raquelcastro5026 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You brighten up my day every time I see your videos! Thank you for the love and joy give in every video💕❤ God bless you always❤😘🙏🏼

  • @hassanchbani79
    @hassanchbani79 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Speak any language you would like to speak, you spread happiness throughout your videos, bless you Ginna

  • @ginamac9112
    @ginamac9112 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Oh my ❤️ this was such a treat to watch. Her hand imprint on the just made ball of dough - precious. Those hands are simply amazing. Her family is so blessed. Thanks for sharing as always.

  • @jennifergreen612
    @jennifergreen612 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Gina, you are amazing!🥰 l love watching your channel!👏🏾

  • @joannlovespapillons
    @joannlovespapillons 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I remember making these with my Nonni...such beautiful memories! The store ones are just not the same (they were so dense like eating bullets, my Dad said!) but now, I’ll make from scratch. Thank you so much for these precious recipes...many of my Nonni’s recipes were never written down, so bless you, Gina! Keep singing & speaking Italian....you always bring big smiles to my face ❣️

  • @dragnflei
    @dragnflei 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gina, I made the cavatelli for supper last night and it was wonderful. I love your programs, thank you for sharing your gifts with us. I hope that your family in Italy are safe during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

  • @jacquelinealvarez6497
    @jacquelinealvarez6497 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    👋 Hello you have a family on you-tube that loves you very much. And we enjoy watching you. Not to mention we love your recipes. I think i speak for all of us hear. Godbless you. And may Godbless all our freinds here and all of your families. Thankyou for your time freinds.

  • @lyndaalterio1027
    @lyndaalterio1027 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I used to make this with my husband and my son when he was little! Brings back memories! My son used to turn the handle of the cavatelli machine and watch it come out! We made it with Ricotta cheese which made them so light! Delicious!!! Thank you Gina for all that you show us how to make. I love your cooking!! You are absolutely wonderful!!

  • @befuddled2010
    @befuddled2010 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love the traditional demo so much, but I appreciate the demo using the machine since that is the method I will use. Her singing is sublime, especially since I can't sing to save my life. Her joy when she sings is contagious. I've got to also say that the final dish is to die for! My mouth was watering while watching her eat it. Gina isn't kidding about being loved all over the world for very good and very obvious reasons. What a treasure!

  • @bobbiecampbell6904
    @bobbiecampbell6904 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is another wonderful recipe!
    My second father was Greek and passed a year ago. He used to make "Avao lemono meatball soup" I'm so sorry that I can't remember how to make it. Would you by chance know this soup?
    Thanks again for your time.
    Blessings to you and your family. Love you 💖😘

  • @donna8212
    @donna8212 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Excellent job grandma Gina!! It all looks soooooo delicious. Lol, I’m sure Christina came for dinner that night 😂😉. Have a wonderful day! 👌🏻😘❤️

  • @lynnrose7562
    @lynnrose7562 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The cavatelli looks delicious.

  • @momof2momof2
    @momof2momof2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    God Bless this lovely woman !!!! I LOVE fresh pasta. I need to make some ! tfs 💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗 My son turned me on to your videos! He loves you , and your cooking. I subscribed, so I will love you too ! 💗💗💗💗💗💗

  • @charlenethacker1901
    @charlenethacker1901 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    OMG! What a labor of love! 💜 You are so fast...I would be there for a week making the pasta! 🤣

    • @ginamac9112
      @ginamac9112 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Charlene Thacker I was rather mesmerized watching her when she was using two thumbs and the pasta was flying by. I just love this lady and want to applaud whomever had the insight to start filming her. I wonder if they knew how far her reach would be. They must have been thinking it would be lovely for family to have to always keep but so many people from all over love watching her cook and chat and sing. She’s the grandma everyone wishes they had. ❤️

  • @janacabana1
    @janacabana1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Gina, I tell everyone I know about your videos because everyone needs this “love on a plate” that you serve♥️❤️❣️💕💗

  • @luvs2knit1
    @luvs2knit1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Gina, thank you so much, I’m 67 and you bring back such wonderful memories of my own sweet Italian grandma! My father’s family immigrated from Sicily in the early 1900’s. He was one of 9 children growing up during the depression. Sunday’s and holidays were always spent at grandma’s , boy what a madhouse with all those cousins. She had such patience with us. I’m definitely going to try this recipe. I had been searching for a cavatelli recipe to try out my cavatelli machine I found at the second hand store and what a surprise when I found your recipe. Thanks again, your family is truly blessed to have you. God bless!

  • @sthompsen6653
    @sthompsen6653 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My favorite! I used to ask my grandma for theese all the time. Grandma called them gavadeels too! The kids said cavadils. We all sat around the big wooden cutting board just
    Like yours and the kids were given a fork to roll them off and it was a race to see who could sweep the biggest batch to the middle. Love your videos!!!

  • @lauramilton9785
    @lauramilton9785 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Grandma Gina for another great dish.And I love you and your wonderful spirit.🥰😘

  • @bellavita4237
    @bellavita4237 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Gina you are so sweet-feel my hug, I just love you.
    You truly bring my family back to me-your accent and singing.
    Today I thought of grandpa who always wore a hat and smoked a pipe. Hard worker walking behind the mule plowing the ground.
    I know you and your family have lots of fun and laughs when together just like mine.
    God Bless you sweet Lady Gina.

  • @melissaallinp.e.5209
    @melissaallinp.e.5209 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm at 20 minutes+ and just want to say...I'm listening to this angel sing. I LOVE THIS WOMAN! Thank you Grandma Gina. Thank you! *LOVE*

  • @nickiealtieri-enochs1914
    @nickiealtieri-enochs1914 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I've been watching Gina for a few months. She's always reminded me of my great grandma. Then today, I heard her say Faeto! That's where she and my great grandpa where born. Altieri was my maiden name.

    • @BuonAPetitti
      @BuonAPetitti  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My mother in law was named Antonietta Altieri. My father in law was named Angelo Petitti. My maiden name was Spinelli. Do you know your great grandma's maiden name? I would not be surprised to know we are somehow related:)

    • @nickiealtieri-enochs1914
      @nickiealtieri-enochs1914 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BuonAPetitti I had to go find their marriage certificate from 1915 here in Ohio to double check everyone's names. My great grandpa's full name Nicolino Angelo Anthony Altieri. His parents were Raphael and Donata (Paria). My great grandma's name was Antonetta Prospera Castielli. Her parents were Joseph and Castanza (Perrini). I can't wait to hear back from you to see if we are family! 🥰

    • @BuonAPetitti
      @BuonAPetitti  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Altieri, Castielli, Parrini are all names I remember from Faeto. The Altieri family is part of my husbands family. As I mentioned my mother in law was an Altieri. The Altieri's of my generations have moved to other areas of Italy. I'm sure if we go back a couple of generations we will find our families are distant cousins. You will find many from Faeto over the generations have moved all over the world. Life was difficult in Faeto so they went out in search of a better life. Thank you for watching. God Bless you and your family.

  • @alex_foster
    @alex_foster 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    She impresses me so much. She is the kind of grandmother people think of when you imagine what a grandmother is like.

  • @mariannaferrreira172
    @mariannaferrreira172 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love love love her and everything she makes I always have a smile on my face god bless you Nonna and can’t wait for next video 🥰

  • @wandabolden5641
    @wandabolden5641 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just love to watch you cook, sing, and tell stories. You are an amazing beautiful woman. I am so blessed to have found your channel.

  • @emiliamartinez9600
    @emiliamartinez9600 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You look younger and younger when I watch..WOW,I need to eat what you cook,it looks so good and it looks good on you!! God Bless you and your family always,I love your videos,I cant wait till you post more.You are my favorite!! Love to you all!

  • @lindisandersson8130
    @lindisandersson8130 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Was so happy to come home to a new video from you! This looks so good! Lots of love from Sweden

  • @JimFixIt74
    @JimFixIt74 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a blessing Gina is. Reminds me of my grandmother. We must keep these traditions going in families. Too much of this wisdom and knowledge has been lost in our busy lives today. God bless. 🇮🇹

  • @Jeff-uy8xg
    @Jeff-uy8xg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I'm starting the paperwork to adopt you as my grandma !

  • @jakejacobs7584
    @jakejacobs7584 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you once again Miss Gena ! I have learned so much from you. About cooking yes, but more about love for your family and friends thru food. Every one of your dishes is filled with love and caring .

  • @themommymagic
    @themommymagic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you so much for making the homemade cavatelli, it brought back so many memories of my Nonnie and making cavatelli for the whole family. Even at the end of the show with munge. Loved watching your show.

  • @dimck1813
    @dimck1813 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good grief, she is a breath of fresh air! If there was a "double like" option, I'd smash it!

  • @MagdaLena-je7yp
    @MagdaLena-je7yp 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Cara Signora, don't forget that You have a family in Poland, too😘 I love You and Your cooking!
    (My mother is at the same age as You. She lives with me and my family. She is as kind and warm as You). God blees You!
    PS You sing really well👏

  • @apatterson8128
    @apatterson8128 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I wonder if Christina's fellow teachers know that her grandmother is a celebrity? LOL