Italian Grandma Makes Eggplant Parmigiana
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Published 2018-02-18
3 large Eggplant
½ Tbsp Black Pepper
1 Tbsp Salt
1 cups All Purpose Flour add Salt & Pepper, as needed enough to coat eggplant slices
5 extra large Eggs
½ cup Vegetable Oil
1 lb shredded Mozzarella
1 cup grated Pecorino Romano Cheese
Chopped Fresh Parsley
Sliced Provolone Cheese (optional)
Sauce/Gravy:
½ Onion
3 cloves Garlic
3 Tbsp Olive Oil
2 qts Crushed Plum Tomatoes
4-6 Fresh Basil Leaves
1 tsp Oregano
½ tsp Black Pepper
1 Tbsp Salt
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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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All Comments (21)
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What viewers don't understand is just how good Gina's English is. She certainly never had lessons and learned from life, a total immersion course. To do videos in English is very brave, not to mention generous. I immigrated to another country and after 33 years I can't speak this language as well as Gina. P.S. I am an English language teacher and Gina is a very fluent English speaker with very good pronunciation. Those who say they don't understand her need to go elsewhere. God bless you Nonna Gina! Grazi!
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Those who make fun of this wonderful lady and chef are behaving childish and immature and need to grow up. This lady is an Italian with an accent and is joyfully when she cooks and sings, and should be applauded for her hard work and efforts on her channel. She cooks scrumptious dishes which I'm sure many of up enjoy. I know I do. And I'm grateful that we have such a talented chef cooking and demonstration these wonderful delicious recipes wifh us. Authentic Italian food. Kudos Ms. Gina and thanks.❤😊
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This dear lady is such a blessing.
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I'm German and Black American woman from The USA. I am thoroughly loving Everything about you, your recipes, your videos. I feel like you care about feeding all of us good food. Keep on doing what you're doing. Thank you for sharing yourself to the world. God bless you and your family.
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All these people saying too much salt 🙄. She says over and over make it how you want so shut up. She makes it the way she wants to why even comment too much salt to Grandma who has been cooking probably longer than any of you have been alive. Anyway to Gina and her family thank a million times for sharing with us. I get so excited every time I see a new video. Keep posting and sending love from SC
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If anyone does not like or enjoy this video just get out! Be thankful this sweet lady is sharing her delicious recipe! Be thankful! Thank the Lord for such a blessing!
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You want to learn how to cook the best food in the world? You need an Italian mama. End of story. 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
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There is nothing like when your grandmother blesses you.
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Momma Gina what a treat to watch you cook and sing. My mother passed this year and it was almost like watching her in the kitchen. Thank you so much for sharing. God Bless
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I never leave any comments, however, this time couldn’t help but writing how much I enjoy watching your sweet grandma! She is awesome! Her voice is therapeutic, and she emanates so much kindness and love that I’m unable even to express! Please hug and kiss her from all of us!
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I love this lady. I've just found her today! I understand everything she is saying...I am black and do not speak Italian. She is easy to follow. Thank you for the videos. I am going to make some of the recipes.
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What a privilege to have this italian knowledgeable cook teaching delicious italian recipies for free on Youtube! Thank you so much!
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Nonna Gina is a national treasure!
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I was captivated the entire time but then I fell in love when she started singing... What's better than this? Nothing can top grandma, singing and good food. ❤️❤️❤️
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What a precious woman. Her grandmother taught her songs about our Lady. So beautiful. Her family is lucky to have her. God bless you! ❤
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This is a recipe from the heart. She’s very brave to show us how to make this recipe in English. It’s not easy to explain anything in a foreign language. Good job abuelita linda. I understood you. She even sang for us, My grandmother use to sing all the time, what a beautiful bonus.
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You are the happy Italian grandma I always wish I had in my kitchen when I was growing up!!!!!
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She is too adorable!!! Even though I am Puerto Rican, she reminds me of my mama so much. I’m glad I can watch someone who makes me feel like my mama is still here.
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I know you get this all the time… but thank you so much for sharing ‘Nona Gina’ with us… my best friends, mom growing up was Italian. She reminds me so much of Nona Gina hearing her sing Ave Maria my heart cracked a bit. I miss my Mama Rose, and Nona Gina brings her back… ❤❤❤
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I love it when she says "jusa lida bita" before she dumps a handful of whatever she's adding 😂.
