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Italian Grandma Makes Beef Stew (Spezzatino)
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Italian Grandma Makes Beef Stew (Spezzatino)



BEEF STEW (SPEZZATINO):
2 pounds beef or lamb, cubed bite size
Olive Oil
Salt
Black Pepper
¼ cup All Purpose Flour
1 cup White Wine (or Red), optional
2 Garlic cloves, chopped
1 medium Onion, chopped
2 Carrots, chopped bite size
2 Celery stalks, chopped
8 oz sliced Mushrooms
1-2 cups Peeled Tomatoes, chopped
½ teaspoon dry Oregano
2 Bay Leaves
3-4 medium Potatoes, cubed
8 oz frozen Peas, thawed

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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.

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43 Comments

  5. @BeckyHines-x6o

    Thank you Gina for the recipes. I want to get your recipe book soon. You look great. Love you! ❤ stay warm and safe. I just wanted to let you know Gina that I ordered your Recipe book the other day after I watched your Utube video. Can’t wait to get it. ❤❤❤

  6. @happysandyh

    I'm so happy to see you, Grandma Gina!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful recipes, songs, and beautiful smile! God bless you!

  9. @denisethomas913

    Oh nonna Gina I love watching you cook and share your recipes with the world. I've adopted you as my nonna lol, I hope you don't mind. Seeing you brings joy to my heart and puts a smile on my face, as I'm sure you put a smile on everyones face. God Bless you and your whole family 🙏🕊💐
    Much love and respect from an internet stranger ❤😘
    I'm definitely going to try your beef stew. I never put wine in my beef stew. Question Nonna Gina, is it cooking wine or regular wine?; also you say red or white which is better in your opinion? Thank you for your time. Big hugs and kisses to you. You're a beautiful soul and please continue to sing.😊
    We need smell a vision. Your food always looks so delicious and what I've tried it truly is.😊

  17. @dhurley8522

    This beautiful woman is 90 years old. ❤
    God bless you Gina. You are so loved!
    Your beef stew looks delicious ❤

  18. @AntoinetteBeerman

    Grazie mille Gina! I love your videos and look forward to listening to you sing. My family looks forward to tasting your delicious recipes!!

  31. @CADPaper

    Thank you Gina for another great dish and making feel at home like I did in my Italian Nana’s house!

  33. @anniespence3045

    I love yout viewpoint on what we call beef stew also in USA! You are so wonderful to watch and thank you for inspiring us all to cook!

  36. @Kelly_youtube15

    Watching from London England and I'm definitely going to try and make this it reminds me of my grandma when we were young in Ireland god bless you all

  40. @leosrule5691

    So very happy to see Grandma Gina pop up in my YT feed.!!
    I bought her cookbook last year. She is a treasure❣️