Italian Grandma Makes Pastina Soup

PASTINA SOUP
2 quarts water or chicken stock
1 cup chopped celery stalks & inner leaves
1 cup chopped carrots
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 plum tomato, chopped
Olive oil
12 ounces pastina or any small pasta shape
1 extra large egg
Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese
Salt

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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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[Giannas]

Nonna Gina, you have no idea what a blessing you are to all the children and grandchildren around the world born of Italian parents who have passed. We love you ❤️ 🇦🇺

[SpicyWoodsman]

The Italian food equivalent of a long hug from your grandmother.

[janetburke]

Watching this video brought an ocean of tears to my eyes, remembering when I was a little girl and how my mother would make pastina for me when I was sick. She made it the same ways as in Gina did in this video. I also remember my mother feeding pastina to my younger brother and sister when they were babies. As an adult, I cooked pastina for my own family.

My mother passed away when I was still a child, but I still miss her so much. Coincidentally, this week would have been her 96th birthday.

[norcaldata]

When we had snow days, and stayed home from school, my mom would make us oatmeal for breakfast, get us dressed, and throw us out in the snow til lunch. She would make this when we came in from a morning of snow fort building snow ball fights, nothing and I mean nothing warmed you to your bones like a bowl of this love!❤️❤️❤️ Campbell wishes! This is a bowl of my childhood 🥰 thanks Nonna!

[roxymanasquan]

Grandma Gina, you have no idea what a blessing and joy you are! My mama would have been 85 years old today and her pastina was one of my most favorite and special comfort meals she made for me. Watching you make pastina was very much like getting a hug from her. I could feel all the love you put in there 💖 Thank You!

[OBX]

Why is this lady not on TV and a huge star? She is so very amazing! So compassionate. Just a tremendous person. I strive to a be good and decent person as ms Gina! An American treasure!

[dhurley]

Pastina is the Italian penicillin !!

Thank you Gina… we love you 😘 🇮🇹❤️🙏🏻

[davet]

Whenever we were home from school sick, mom would make pastina. Oh, how I miss her and her pastina!

[LizbetPCB]

We grew up eating pastina, from first foods, to soups, and even made into a pudding (flavored and seasoned like rice pudding).
I missed you, dearest lady! I see you and it makes me smile. You’re a gift to the world, and are very loved by many, many, many people 🥰

[Benni]

I believe that you’re NEVER too old to eat pastina! 😍🙏🏼

[WorkHardBeNice]

Here comes Nonna Gina, cooking up something simple and delicious, made with love and making today's TV chefs look like rank amateurs.
We love you Gina! 100 years!

[mabi]

I'm 61 years old and still eat pastina. My grandmother, mother and I made it for the kids. Good memories.

[jas]

When I was sick as a kid, it was always pastina. Nothing more comforting. Sending love to Grandma Gina!

[henrysteppel]

Dear Gina, I miss you much 😘, that pastina is great, fantástico 👍👍👍, God bless you Gina 🙏

[deniseheitz]

My Mama made pastina when we were sick. She still makes it for us...I'm 65! Grazie, Nonna Gina!

[dolorestaylor]

I so remember my mom or Aunts making this Pastina, for my sister and me, when we were small..I then made this the same way for my son Sean. I always keep a couple of boxes and some Broth on hand when I feel like eating a little something when it's cold outside. I love your videos and your family memories, reminds me of my family memories. Bless you and your family always.

[AM-rulh]

This was my favorite when I was sick as a kid. Thanks for bringing up such a wonderful memory of my loving Mom.

[susanm]

Our family always had a laugh when feeding pastina to a baby, and the baby sneezed. Pastina everywhere!♥️♥️

[gloriasantoro]

Grandma Gina, my favorite is with chicken broth. We had this on hand all winter, better than medicine. We would feed our babies pastine with just egg, they loved it. What a refreshing memory, thank you, You are the best. God Bless You, wish you many healthy years. Love you.

[sylvialamprecht]

Aaah and there she is again. Beautiful as always. Great to see you again Gina. Thanks for the video! I can taste it. Be safe and God bless.❤