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Italian Grandma Makes Italian Wedding Soup (Meatball Soup)



ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP (Meatball Soup):
Meatballs:
1 lb Ground Beef
1 Extra Large Egg
2 Tbsp Onion, minced
¼ cup Bread Crumbs (plain or seasoned)
¼ cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
½ cup Pecorino Romano Cheese, grated
¼ tsp Black Pepper
½ tsp Salt
1 clove Garlic, microplaned or minced

Soup:
Olive Oil
½ cup Onion, chopped
½ cup Carrot, chopped
½ cup Celery, chopped
2 cloves Garlic, mined
3 qts Chicken Broth or Stock
1 large Escarole (or Spinach about 8 cups), chopped
4 oz Pasta, Mini Bows or whatever type you like
Salt & Pepper

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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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47 Comments

  1. DEVIANN CRUZ CRUZ

    Aloha from Hawaii. Hello grandma Gina you are an awesome and amazing woman. I love watching your cooking videos and enjoy when you sing in Italian. Both my grandmothers from my Dad and mother’s side are in heaven and watching you make me wish you were my grandma. Many blessings to you and your family. Thank you very much for the love you have in cooking and sharing your recipes and videos. God bless you always. Love from your new fan and friend ♥️🥰

  13. rightinhim1

    Awesome video, probably one of my fav’s because of the sweetness of this grandma! Oh keep making the videos!

  15. aub919

    This is my go to recipe every time! My family loves when I make this! It’s cold and rainy today and I’ve got it simmering on the stove now 🙂

  24. Michaela DeBiase

    I NEED YOU NONNA, YOURE BEAUTIFUL 😊😊😊😊😊😊LOOOOOOOOOVE ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP, MY FAVORITE NEXT TO ZUPPA TOSCANA😊YUMMMMM YESSSSSSSSS PLEASE LOOKS SOOOOOOOO SOOOOOOOO DELICIOUS 😊😊😊😊😊

  28. Lorie Arcand

    Although her recipes are delicious, I believe her singing adds a magical & love filled touch that feeds the soul.

  29. Genie K.

    God bless Grandma Gina. Such a sweet lady sharing her delicious recipes with us. Mangia mangia. God bless her. 💖🙏🏻

  33. Julie Alvarez

    I am going to make Italian wedding soup tomorrow and there's plenty of recipes out there to choose from. BUT I CHOOSE YOUR RECIPE. I LOVE WATCHING YOU, AND I LOVE WHEN YOU SING 🥰. THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEOS AND ALL YOUR LOVE 💕

  37. JJ F

    Who put a thumbs down? Are you kidding me? Unbelievable…..just mean people……Gina, I love your videos,,,,keep making them…..I am so hungry watching this recipe omg….my neighbor use to make her wedding soup exactly the same….deliciousness

  40. Paulette Noel

    This is one of my favorite soups. Nothing like an Italian grandma teaching the real way to make it & singing with her beautiful voice 🤗

  42. Jpd Jpd

    Nona Gina and my grandma are look a-likes. They must be related. Where can I get info on her heritage.

  46. Lady Lincoln

    I love you so much! I wish I lived next door to you. I will make this soup. I absolutely love your singing. Thank you for sharing! xo

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