Italian Grandma Makes Pizza and Pizza Sauce

Pizza Dough
5 lbs Bread Flour (High Gluten)
1 Package Active Dry Yeast (1/4 oz)
2 Tbsp Salt
8 cups warm Water (105-110 degrees F)
Vegetable Shortening (to grease pan)

Pizza Sauce
2 qts Peeled Tomatoes
½ chopped Onion
2 cloves Garlic
2 tsp Oregano (approx.)
Fresh Basil
Salt & Pepper to taste

Pizza Topping:
Sprinkle grated Pecorino Romano Cheese
Sprinkle Oregano
Drizzle Olive Oil
Then if desired, add Mozzarella, Sausage, Mushrooms, Pepperoni or anything else you like!

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Recipes in cookbook are based on videos released prior to March 2021.
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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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[daughterofzion]

I cannot believe that people actually gave this video a thumbs down and some left negative comments. Why can’t you just enjoy the fact that she is as sweet as apple 🍎 pie. I love her because she reminds me of my grandmother who is no longer with us. People should cherish grandmothers like Nonna Gina, because they are rare. Please be kind and respectful to her.

[TheRockacer]

she prayed that her yeast would rise the dough before she started mixing. Thats some real traditional stuff right there.

[daltongormley]

“Just wanna make a little bit” proceeds to make 4 large pizzas. I love Italian grandmothers 😂😂

[MrsSheffield]

I’m not Italian, I’m Indian and I’m not Catholic, but I LOVE that she blessed the dough… that’s what makes food from grandmothers taste so comforting, their love and prayers are in the food. ❤

[shaynemac]

The rare video that makes you think that maybe the internet wasn’t a huge mistake

[sjtwentythree]

Im an adult and I wish someone would cover me the way she covered that dough. With all that love and care.

[cpallos]

The sweetest thing about this whole video is at 33:30 when she finally takes a bite and you watch her face change from the grandma making the pizza into the little girl eating her grandma’s pizza years ago. *This* is why I watch YouTube.

[jeffberd]

I just hope every kid born today will be tucked into a blanket with as much love as that dough received :)

[tru_spartan_]

Did she just tuck in her dough for an hour long nap? Adorable.

[wrensylvan]

Sometimes I watch this just to spend time with Gina! God bless!!

[gnzo]

I love how she tucked in the dough with blankets to keep it warm 😊

[barbrichardson]

Grandma, I’m a 73 yr. old great grandma and I have to say, you inspire me with your Italian cooking!! I’m not Italian but people think I am because I love everything Italian! I grew up with two Italian families, the Mariano’s and the Vasterelli’s. You remind me so much of them and I love your accent, your expressions with your hands and watching your videos. Thank you for sharing your recipes with all of us.
(My sauce is almost identical as yours except I add sugar and wine as this is the way my Italian families did it.) Love to you, Grandma!!❤
PS: You have a lovely voice!😊

[cdpgbc-mwkz]

I am a 52 year old Canadian male. I grew up in a Northern logging town. Both my parents worked and I had an Italian baby sitter. My mom would drop me off and pick me up after she finished teaching. Her name was Auntie Anna...I have fond memories of her and Uncle Tony. She would make me home made pizza, pasta, etc. As I look back now, I miss all the accents I grew up with, Italian, Serbo-Croatian, German, Dutch, etc. I miss the food, and most of all, my Aunties who used to look after me, and feed me. Thank you for bringing back some wonderful memories.

[infdivinfcom]

who ever recorded this woman did a great thing
classic old world cooking style
no ostentation
no fuss
excellent work
and these recipes are wonderful

[lindashankle]

Dear Gina you remind me of my dear sweet mother. I miss her so much. Your accent, mannerisms, and gestures are priceless to me. Love you

[MariaZee-us]

I cried watching her video, it's priceless! She is so down to earth and has tremendous common sense! May God Bless You and your family for making all these videos. They are ALL delicious! Thank you so so much ❤️

[MirandaMarieF]

I love that she wraps the dough up like a baby and sets it on the couch haha

[brianp]

Don’t know how I got to this video but wound up staying just to listen to grandma talk.

[jillianwebb-sear]

I a so glad that older people are making content on YouTube. Their legacy is shared with everyone.

[GraceWazaMwale]

So adorable grandma cooking for her family ❤😊