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Italian Grandma Makes Beef Stew (Spezzatino)

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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.

Thank you for watching, we hope you subscribe, and we will see you in our next video!

49 Comments

  4. @cheriespitzer7382

    How adorable is Gina sowing how delicious her beef stew came out?
    Everyone loves you darling Gina. Stay warm and healthy
    Sending you much ❤️

  6. @Susanadana69

    Every time I see a video uploaded from your channel it brings a hug smile to my face. You bring me back to the days I spent in the kitchen with my Nana, Ida Kolling. She was a Danish Pastry Chef, trained in Denmark and came to the USA in 1910. She could make an Angel Food Cake rise 3-4 inches above the pan in a wood burning stove. Magic to my eyes. I simply adore you.

  10. @joannpuckett2060

    I have your cookbook and love you Nona always. I make so many of your recipes. Marinated eggplant, pasta al forno and pork milanese. ENDLESS! Will you come out with another new cookbook? 😘

  16. @uncleleo1873

    Yay!!! Always so happy to see a new Grandma Gina. Perfect dish for these past few weeks. Hope y'all are staying warm!

  17. @julieparker5029

    Nonna Gina, this beef stew looks lusciously delicious. Perfect for cold weather and anytime. God bless you and your family. 💖🙏💖

  18. @AngelaRenna-z4r

    Gina ti ammiro tanto sei Bellisima ti voglio tanto bene le tue ricette sono tutte deliziose,
    Mi Allegra I’ll cuore quando fai videos. Salute dal Canada.❤️❤️❤️

  20. @liliya_k2642

    Mhhh so delicious and comforting for this cold weather. My mom make stew just like that. We love Mrs.Gina ❤️😘🙏

  24. @PatYianni

    Nice to catch up with you again Nona 😊❤ Thanks for a great , flavoursome and nourishing meal👍💯. Thinking of you always and you make me happy with your songs🌹 wishing you long life always 💖🙏 Your greek Nona friend, 💐☕🇨🇾🇦🇺🦘🦘

  27. @kenammerman3101

    I go to bed and have to watch Gina. Her speaking, her singing are so relaxing for me! Her recipes look so delicious! People like Gina make the world a better place! Thank you!❤😀👍

  35. @susannahp8107

    Grazie mille, adorabile Gina! Continuate a pregare per mia mamma Pina che è molto malata. Saluti da Susanna da Melbourne, Australia.

  37. @cherylf.4616

    Thank you for sharing your beef stew recipe with us Gina! It looks so delicious! 😋 Always so happy to see you. 91 years young and still going strong. Bless you and your precious family. 🥰😊 🙏🙏

  44. @petermurray4061

    Many thanks to the beautiful Gina for sharing her delicious recipes with us again. I am always reminded if helping my Nana in her kitchen 45+ years ago.
    Much love and best wishes to Gina for a happy and healthy 2026.

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