Italian Grandma Makes Pane Cotto with Broccoli Rabe

PANE COTTO
2 Bunches Broccoli Rabe
12 Garlic Cloves, sliced large
2 Pepperoncini
¾ cup Olive Oil
1 lb Italian Bread, stale (3-4 day old)
1 Tbsp Salt or to taste

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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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[miriamzajfman]

I don't think any children go to bead on empty stomach, having a Italian grandmother like Gina . May God give her a long life 💌

[jlogsdon]

I love her recipes but, most of all, I love her and her humble spirit. She is a real jewel. ❤️

[pattilazarre]

WHAT A TREASURE TO HEAR YOU SPEAK IN YOUR NATIVE ITALIAN LANGUAGE!!!! OH MY GRACIOUS!!! YOU SOUND LIKE MY NONNA THANK YOU PRECIOUS I LOVE YOU AND GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS AND THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH FOR SHARING YOUR LOVE OF FAMILY, COOKING, AND OUR LORD. Much love to you and all your family, Patti Lazarre (New Orleans)

[kathleenadriaensen]

Thank you so much Gina for reminding the younger generations how things were, and how we wasted nothing.
So much food wasted today.
And these are simple and wounderful fresh foods that give vitamins and Full Flavors .
My grandmother did, and my mother did, and we watched my mother and continued traditions.
I have to say how wounderful it is to see your doing ok, and please continue to invite everyone onto your kitchen and your home.👍👍👍👏👏🙌👏🌶🌶🧄🧄🥖🥖🥖🥦🥦🥦🥦❤.

[lindathompson]

This beautiful soul loves cooking. She's always smiling when she's cooking. I wish I could be around her just to hug her daily. She's a wounderful teacher.

[julieparsons]

Back in the day we had very little. This we had with nettle and dandilions. Very good at the time. God bless you and your family always your friend in England

[Esmeralda-blld]

Gina, you are a breath of fresh air in these crazy times.

[billieboybuddha]

Almost get tears in my eyes watching. I wish people nowadays apreciate the small things more

[DaStrikey]

That last part is a real tear jerker. So much history, faith and happiness when times proved difficult. You cannot-absolutely cannot tell me that Nonna Gina isn't such a grateful and prideful daughter, wife, mother and most importantly, a grandmother. She provides us with her wisdom and faith in these troubling times, something I wish my grandmothers did the same for me..I won't ever have that privilege of experiencing these types of moments. This woman, whom we don't know personally, has given me more smiles than my own family- and that's putting it _very_ lightly.
Grazie mille, Nonna Gina.

[staceyelias]

Oh Gina how we love watching you! My grandfather is 94 and he has me put on your videos all the time. His family was from Basilicata and he loves your food! 💗

[mazzaazar]

Can't wipe the smile off my face auntie Gina. You are the queen of YouTube cooking. It's like God gave us a special humble lady for us all to share. Please keep up your shine and the love you make me feel. Bless you always. My favourite Nonna.🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[kathleenwassum]

I wish Gina was my mother! My dear mother passed over 20 years ago. She is sooo precious and I have made many of her recipes! I can’t wait to try this! I am so glad I found this channel! It feels like home, and this food is DEFINITELY comfort food! God bless Ginas family for helping her and sharing her with us. You can just feel the family love!❤️

[marcyinnocent]

What a wonderful life she has lived and so nice for her to share such sweet memories.God has blessed Gina!

[Tmlps]

Things sure do change Grandma Gina. Yet, your love of cooking, along with your memories of the food from the old country, still remain. Now you pass these on to everyone to enjoy, & we learn from you. If we're smart, we'll teach them to our children, so these timeless dishes will always be around. Thank you for sharing your knowledge & fond memories.

[AurbunBoi]

OH THANK GOD SHE IS i was looking at the old videos and I thought something happened but rest assured she is still with us and hopefully for many many years. God bless her

[maryjanew]

“Poor man’s dishes” are the most creative and delicious!

[johnnyb]

I’m so happy I found you, Gina. I enjoy watching you cook and making your recipes. I practically lived off your zucchini soup this summer. Light. Very light. :-) I have a friend who originally is from Ischia. I sent her a clip of you singing an old Napoli folk song. It was one her mother use to sing and it brought tears to her eyes. God bless you and thanks for sharing with us. Your family is lucky to have you.

[yolandarodriguez]

Oh Gina, you give me much joy when I see how happy you are in the kitchen. If only there was more home cooking these days. God bless you, Gina. You are beautiful inside and out.

[MrCorvettegirl]

Me Gina
I enjoyed listening to you speak your native language 😊
It’s beautiful
Thank God for all those memories we store in our hearts
When you made this dish

It took you back home looking for dandelions and then your mother cooked your family a good meal ❤️
I love that 💕❤️
Thanks for sharing your life with us 😊
Brenda

[joanneborelli]

Your Pane Cotto recipe is You’re right!!! Back in the day you ate what came from the garden & it was delicious & you got full!!!! Thank You for all You We Love You!!! ❤️ We made your stuffed eggplant & potatoes!!! We dedicated it to you & your Mama, it was DELICIOUS‼️‼️‼️ My daughter & I make memories while cooking & baking ALL your We Love You & May God Bless You Always!!!! 🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️