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Italian Grandma Makes Giardiniera

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GIARDINIERA:
6 Canning Jars and Lids (quart size)
4 cups White Vinegar
8 cups Water
8 teaspoons Salt
4 teaspoons Sugar
1 Cauliflower Head
6 Bell Peppers, mixed colors
5-6 Celery Stalks
4-5 Carrots, peeled
1 large White Onion, sliced
6 Garlic Cloves, halved
6 +2 Bay Leaves
Black Pepper Corns

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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!

33 Comments

  1. Frances Kloos

    We love you Gina, my grandma used to make this now I know how to do it, thank you for sharing another great recipe!! The love you put into everything you do I am so glad you are doing these YouTube videos so we can learn from you❤️❤️❤️

  4. Southerngirl700

    Just bought her cookbook. As many videos of hers I have saved from Youtube….. it was time to invest in Grandma Gina's Book. God bless !

  5. Moonbeam

    That's a beautiful antipasto salad! If I were to make it, I would add a couple different cheeses and probably a meat or two. It would stretch it out and make go further. It also makes an excellent gift for someone and/or center piece dish for a family meal.
    I truly enjoy Nonna's video's. She has a beautiful heart, her love shines through in all she does.
    God bless!!

  7. Sue Mccoy

    Grandma Gina, you sure know how to make my day! I can't wait to try this Giardiniera. It is making my mouth water just watching you make it. Thanks for the song as well.😊
    You are simply the best! Congratulations on your YouTube award as well. Over 1 million subscribers, I believe it! Everybody loves you! God Bless.

  9. Chooch Cardinale

    She reminds me of my mother. My mother was born in Sicily in a little town. She used to sing all the time when she cooked dinner. I miss my mother. And she made these Italian cookies that you dunk in your coffee and I can't remember what they're called it's not biscotti it's something else

  13. Laura Cofrancesco

    We LOVE your cooking and we've made soooooo many of your dishes…they were all delicious!🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸 Quick question….why aren't you cooking in your own kitchen anymore?

  21. Ron Wilson

    I so look forward to watching you prepare foods that you know so well. Foods that you canned, it is so nice to see you use them in other recipes. You are a blessing and a treasure. Are you going to do a second cookbook? You are such a blessing to learn from. God Bless

  23. Mohamed Alwerfalli

    Ciao, nonna Gina, io vengo dalla Libia, e come sai che il cibo libico è come quello italiano, e voglio che tu, se me lo permetti, sappia apprezzare il pane fritto con aglio e burro, con il delizioso gusto italiano😋😍

  25. oma erin

    So great to see you Gina, you look great. Thanks for sharing your recipes with us. Hope to see you again soon. Stay well and safe.

  26. Jovita Navarro

    Howdy grandma Gina!! Greetings from South Texas!! Once again I can't wait to try making this..may God bless you with good health and happiness 😊

  27. J Chur

    Mrs Gina is an angel. A very beautiful, talented, hardworking, spotless clean and generous person. 💐
    Thank-you for sharing your recipes. ❤

  31. Dave D

    Wonderful and bless your family and thanks for the channel.
    Could you use red wine vinegar and now plain white vinegar.?❤❤❤❤❤

  32. jandelbert

    Hi Gina! Your jars look so beautiful – like art. You are so wonderful. LOVE YOU ❤️❤️❤️

  33. Evelyn Andersson

    Grazie mama Gina that looks delicious. I will add this recipe to my collection. I made red pickled onions to add in the salads. You always make me happy and I love to hear you sing Son Pellegrino . Dio vi benedica !

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