BAKED ZITI (Pasta al Forno):
Olive Oil
1 small Yellow Onion, chopped
2 cloves Garlic, halved
2 lbs Ground Beef
2 qts Tomato Puree
2 tsp Basil, dried
Salt and Pepper to taste
1 lb Rigatoni Pasta or Ziti or whatever pasta you like
1 cup Sweet Peas, 4 oz. frozen
3 Boiled Eggs
1-2 cups (approx.) Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese
1½ lbs Whole Milk Mozzarella Cheese
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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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Love your cooking…. God Bless you Gma Gina, Love you !!!
Nonna Gina… l’ingrediente piu importante Che metti nella ricetta e l’amore 💕😊
Never ever have I heard of eggs & peas in baked ziti. Very interesting
The lip smacking when she tasted the sauce ❤️ I do the same😂
Well… it’s your sauce that you added in that holds the secrets. The rest we know
Thank you grandma Gina love your singing! good recipe
What about Ricotta cheese?
God bless you Nonna Gina.
The song was Chi na Luna.
Hope Gina is still cooking for her Family. Cheers
My favourite pasta is the one that is on sale.
Mmmm looks delicious!
Che simpatica
I have to come back to this vid so I can say I went egg and peas? Really! But I made it, it's wonderful!!! Thank you!
My family is from Abruzzi and we also call it gravy! The good old gravy/sauce debate.
TONY approves
Signiora, sposa bagniata e una sposa fortunata!!!
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Just when I thought I was out of the kitchen, mama drew me back in! 🫴🏼 🫴🏼❤
Sra. Gina your baked ziti looks delicious, thank you for your beautiful recepies 🎆🎇
mi piace sentirti parlare, riporta alla mente i ricordi! Vorrei che parlassi in italiano. Much love to you and your family 👪 ❤️
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Love the song😊
I did it! I nearly took a picture of it (I have a rule that I don’t do that). It came out nearly perfect! I am a 50 something who only discovered I like cooking during the pandemic. I found my voice through food and confidence THANK YOU for sharing this with everyone ans giving me some confidence.
Love you Gina! ❤️ I love joining in on your recipes it's like spending time with my mom cuz you cook just like her. She was from Naples. I miss her cuz she passed away in 2003. God bless you with many more years sweetie! Your a special lady.