Italian Grandma Makes Biscotti with Almonds & Dried Fruit

[@madchaos4912]

I come from an Italian background my grandfather came from Naples.This women is the best Italian cook on KZbin!! She cooks like it's supposed to done.

[@judybicknell8610]

All the more reason to stay tuned.

[@diversegardener392]

I want to cry every time I see her cook, she reminds me so much of my mamma when she use to cook everything. Now I cook for her, she's 92 and has slowed down so all these recipes you share I show her. She loves to watch with me. Thanks again and God bless my you tube Italian grandma.

[@yolandajustme9122]

I have missed you Grandma.💜💛💚❤️

[@Cashvertising]

How could you not love this adorable woman? Every single recipe that I've made of hers is the best I've ever tried. Just watching her cook is heartwarming. God bless you, Gina. You're a true gift to not only your family, but also to millions of others worldwide.

[@Margretm822]

Absolutely ..she is ADORABLE ..! VERY GOOD COOK ! I LOVE EVERYTHING SHE MAKES 💓😍 😋😋 GOD BLESS GRANDMA GINA AND FAMILY ..👍

[@imeneazzi2738]

We missed you grandma gina 😭😍😘🌹

[@christinepeterson9128]

I absolutely love that your family has captured not only you, but your recipes and memories. Your videos are pure gold! Thank you for sharing. ♥️

[@harumdalu]

Absolutely yeeessss❤️❤️❤️

[@fabriziodutto7508]

Nice to see you in great shape and full of energy! Your recipes are wonderful! Unfortunately, woman of these days are not used to cook like this anymore! A tradition that should be preserved! Grazie Gina! A big hug from Italy.

[@Celeste11100]

Men can (and should) also try ! It'd be great if tradition was preserved by all of us, men and women, don't you think?

[@fabriziodutto7508]

​@@Celeste11100 I surely agree, infact I've noticed that best professional chefs in the world are men. BTW, the woman here in Italy has been and, in some case, still are Queens of the house and Masters of the kitchen. I'm out for work from 6 a.m. until 9 p.m. And my wife cook gorgeous meals for my children and for me every day. She's an housewife by choice, and if I dare to touch even a pan, she beats me... Sometime I cook too but, since I'm not used to, I mess up all the meals... I use BBQ sometime in summer weekends, this is my domain, and the only period when I'm allowed to cook something :-) On the contrary, woman at work here in Italy, usually go for frugal meals, buying junky foods at local big M or crowned ones, if you know what I mean... ;-) I usually go to a farmhouse near my office, to consume my meal (all woman there). Other than that, there's a problem here in Italy: woman's income, even for the same job position, is lower in respect to man's one, so usually if someone have to choose which one of the spouses stays home, if the woman is not more skilled or educated than her man, you could bet the choice is for the woman to stay home, for economical reasons (sorry, I don't want to be homofobic, same concepts should apply to gay couples too).These are the main reasons for my previous post. I'm sure your husband have time to cook for you and, knowing you won't beat him, I'm happy for him :-). Merry Christmas to all of you!

[@Celeste11100]

@@fabriziodutto7508 Haha, I know what you mean. I'm from Uruguay but my whole family is Italian and yes, women are the ones doing the cooking most of the time. Men in my family tend to do BBQs (as you do) in the summer as well but that's about it I think... If I have to be honest, I don't like to cook myself but as a working woman time is a big issue for doing elaborate meals. It happens everywhere.. During weekdays/working days is not that easy to find the time to cook properly, which is a pity really. By the way, where are you from in Italy? Which provincia/regione? (if you don't mind me to ask). We should probably be writing in Italian but your English is very good! (and it's easier for me to write in English as well although I can speak Italian) Spero che sia stato un Buon Natale per te e famiglia e vi auguro un felice anno nuovo!

[@fabriziodutto7508]

@@Celeste11100 Grazie per la tua risposta! I wish the same to you! We've had a wonderful time this Christmas, eating like Italian do, you know, for most of the day :-) Usually I don't share much private information about myself over the Internet for privacy reasons, BTW, I live in Cuneo/Piemonte. Avete ancora qualche parente qui?

[@almabayomi8065]

You need to have a cookbook! And add a DVD with your songs!

[@johnquillan4694]

Great idea Alma!!

[@944gemma]

Yes. Yes. Yes.

[@comesahorseman]

One just came out; see her last download.

[@GeeGeesKitchen]

Hi there Grandma Gina. Those would go great with my cup of coffee 😋 Thanks for sharing your recipe.

[@annazakhary949]

Your so lucky to have these videos for your children and grandchildren. I wished I had done the same before my mom passed away two years ago at age 90. She came from Sicily 63 years ago with my father and I when I was a year old. God bless Nonna Gina!

[@flarican64]

I can't get enough of Nonna Gina. She is pure joy to watch. God bless her and her family. Thanks for sharing her with the World. Note: I subscribed to her channel a few days ago... her subscribers were 210k now she is in the 214k... way to go Nonna Gina!!

[@flarican64]

Well, in a few days. she is up to 216k. God Bless you and the family Nonna!! Love you!!

[@johnquillan4694]

Reminds me of my mother and my grandmother in the kitchen...Always seemingly happy and getting it done without looking rushed...I miss those times.Gina is a gift to the world!

[@lynnemarieprock7852]

Cookbook?? Yes please please please. I would buy it in a second!!! The first time my husband ever complimented my cooking was when I first made a Gramma Gina’s cabbage rolls. Everything I make of hers he loves!, I love Gramma Gina!!! I am available for adoption. ❤️❤️❤️

[@carmelasortino8979]

God bless you mamma Gina. You are just like my mom. She baked for everyone. Her recipes would take all day to do. Thank you so much for giving me such a warm feeling of still having her with me.

[@mariabetancourt1497]

How can people gives her thumbs down, terrible this lady is such an inspiration

[@pennypeyton1908]

Unfortunately, some people know nothing but hate, and disappointment and choose to project nothing but the same! Grandma Gina is a true Blessing for many people!! Shame on the haters!!! This is a humble lady that obviously loves to cook and wants to help others do the same! Thank YOU so much, Grandma Gina, for what you do. Especially, during COVID you have been a Godsend!! Bless you!

[@sarahsosa729]

AMEN!!! GOD BLESS YOU GINA!!!

[@FrancescaMaya]

Thanks Gina Grandma! You remind me so much of my dear Nonna!

[@deborahatkins6279]

I'm so glad I found your channel!! My Mom was always too busy to teach us how to cook like this!! I'm learning so much from your channel! Thank you!!!

[@debbiedeal5937]

Mama Gina! I love biscotti, but it is expensive to buy in the grocery store. How nice to have a recipe that we can make our own at home, and have 10x the amount to eat and enjoy. The perfect snack to offer visitors with a cup of hot coffee. I don't drink it but the rest of the world does, so a nice snack to put together for them! You amaze me with your energy. You certainly do NOT look 84 years old. I only hope to look as vibrant and young as you do at 84! Thank you for making these wonderful recipes for us, Mama. We love and appreciate all that you do. Hugs to you, and God bless you.

[@kokodude2003]

Bless her heart! I truly enjoy watching her. She reminds me of my late mother. We love you GINA!

[@hannahpeper236]

Thank you mama you’re so sweet and kind you make me happy watching your all your recipes

[@billmilano2418]

Hi Grandma ,I made the biscotti for my wife to bring to work for her friends ,they loved the biscotti, thanking you again for another very good recipe,Love you

[@elenazhe5946]

Who doesn’t love a grandma!! Especially with food

[@mariaguadagno9483]

God Bless you! If only there were more grandmas like you !!

[@kyrobag2012]

She's so lovely.. She's so happy cooking and sharing these authentic recipes with us. We all learn cooking with Gina!. God bless you, Grandma! You're adorable.

[@FourSeasons04]

I made these last year with pistachios, almonds and dried sweet cherries; and boy were they a hit! People thought they were professionally made. Thank you so much for the recipe👍😊

[@rosemaryheim2688]

Four Seasons c

[@mariliamello875]

Will have to try your combinations of fruit. Sounds delicious. Thanks to Grandma Gina and your attempt of fruits. Thank you both

[@944gemma]

My imagination - I swear I can smell the heavenly aromas in that kitchen. I’m 80 years old, and Gina brings me way back to my youth. Both Grandmothers were from Italy. Gina - the body language, the accent, the love, the cooking and baking., oh yes, she brings me back with all my senses.

[@karenginnotti1100]

I can watch Gina All Day😘 reminds me So much of my Aunts who I miss so much😇 GOD BLESS

[@geraldinegeerlof7494]

She is a treasure And I'M SURE HER FAMILY KNOW...She is what a mother ,,grandmother,,Aunt,, sister..neighbor ,,GOOD WOMAN....is what life is about...her receipts are wonderful ...SHE is an angle of what kindness and love is about...her heart is as big as NJ TO ITALY.. HER faith shines from her heart..I have learned so much from her.....

[@aarnold4423]

I love your videos. You are a gem. Too many times Family has forgotten traditions or doesn't take the time to learn from their elders. Hope you have a beautiful Christmas!

[@daniellubben2761]

Seniora Gina, I just watched your video of how to make biscotti and you are fabulous. I made biscotti before but I like your recipe much better. I just want to say I love you already and thank you for sharing your recipe. You have a beautiful and healthy 2020. I will make it tomorrow ( Jan. 3, 2020 ) My name is Minda Lubben and my husband is Daniel. We both love Biscotti. God Bless you.

[@pokerdiva680]

I could listen to Grandma Gina all day long. God bless you forever, Ms. Gina.

[@peggyevans2691]

I never had grandparents, they passed before I was born, I just think you are so wonderful. I would love to have you as my grandmother. God Bless you.

[@aj529]

I loved this Gina. I can't wait to make this for my mother. You are a great teacher and a lovely woman. Your family is very bless to have you.

[@carmensantiago1208]

She is so cute. Reminds me of my mom.

[@carmensantiago1208]

I will try to make this

[@nancyk1054]

What a sweatheart.... reminds of my dear Lebanese motherinlaw (RIP)..... they put love into all their food....a joy to watch....she brings comfort .....❤

[@katarinaabramovich8735]

One of the sweetest creatures ever placed on earth! I love this lady 😩😘😘😘😘😘

[@311soad]

You make me miss my Grandmother. She was always cooking something special in the kitchen.

[@pokerdiva680]

I could listen to her all day long! Wonderful video!

[@bluepie1618]

Hi Gina!!! My husband said finally a Italian who cooks like his Nonna and his mother. Tasty simple foods so delicious and healthy!! He has also came here from Italy. Thank you for all the Italian songs you sing. GOD BLESS YOU!!🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@Navygrl58]

Just in time for Christmas! I knew you would come through Gina!! God bless and Merry Christmas!!

[@maryanneevans9563]

I love this lady!!! I watch her every day and she makes me smile.

[@lorrainedeangelis8826]

So reminiscent of my childhood! I love this little lady..old school is still the best...made with love and blessings!!! I ,ve pick up her tips that have gotten lost along the way

[@mysticgold1947]

Mumm Deliciousl BISCOTI by the lovely Grandma Gina ..Thousands thanks ..she is so sweet and so lovely ..everything she cooks is great!!!! ..mumm its so good!! I love it ...God bless her always " BISCOTI WITH DRY FRUIT BY GRANDMA GINA".... MUMMM WITH COFFEE a plus !!!!😊☕

[@retired201064]

Thank you grandmother Gina, I’m going to practice this recipe and hopefully it will come out like yours. I will make it when my friend comes to visit me in Florida from New Jersey this year. Keep these recipes coming. ❤️🤗

[@gracedemeo1791]

I wish you were my grandma ! I remember my own Nona years ago. Love you , i love your singing , im trying to remember it as I cook I try to sing your song , your beautiful inside and out !!! God bless love you

[@jane6732]

Love that giant white bowl with the scalloped edges. She uses it a lot!

[@jcgurl3773]

Grandma Gina...would love to have one of those cookies, some coffee and conversation with you. God bless you!!!

[@pandora4732]

Your cooking is what I am accustomed to growing up. Love your recipes. You are the real deal.

[@mariliamello875]

I always wanted an authentic recipe for biscuits. Thank you grandma for all your recipes. I treasure them.

[@mariliamello875]

I meant biscotti, not biscuits

[@CLAUDIUS-d2s]

Hello Mama Gina! I made these.My four children they all love it.I used almond aroma instead of vanilla.Thank you for your efford in showing me how to make this.Bravo belissima!!!

[@rebeccagreenperez9374]

Lovely, wonderful, beautiful Nonna! Another HIT!! I think I've got your 'secret,' Nonna....you put so much love in all you prepare and cook for your family (and for us to watch!!) You don't just 'throw stuff together...' you put your energy, skill and love into everything! Your family is so very lucky, Nonna, and I believe I've told you before, that I have adopted you as my own, so you are part of MY family, too! Bella Nonna!

[@JosefFerguson]

Italian grandmas are the best grandmas.

[@vivianekassab1293]

I love you grandma Gina God bless you 🙏❣️

[@maryannfischer4531]

I love you. You are adorable. Your recipes are wonderful. Everyone should have a grandmother like you. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@paulette027]

I baked the biscotti last week. They turned out great! I used to have biscotti and other favorites growing up as a child. I am grateful to have the recipe and your tutorial. Thank you!

[@aceofswords8637]

God Bless whomever talked Gina into this ❤ She is a treasure thank you for sharing her

[@elizabethbarnes2339]

Your family is blessed to have such a gracious Mom, grandma like Gina she is what we need in are life's she's a beautiful woman, thank you for sharing her & her delicious way of cooking

[@scottpenaluna5330]

Hi. GRANDMA I love watching you. But I really like how you you don't miss a step in demonstration of your videos and still speak you native Italian and translate into English GREAT. JOB. 💜🇺🇸💜 Signing off Scott's wife Vickie

[@girlgonefishing1971]

Gina! Merry Christmas, and thank you for all your shared recipes :)

[@souadtounsi9738]

God bless you ,my Ginna.

[@joegarcia54]

I love this lady. She reminds me of my youth.

[@angelafernandez4660]

I LOVE how nonna talks! Luckily I speak Italian so I have no problem following her instructions! She's very amusing!!!

[@desireecolon6000]

I just find this sweet lady today and I subscribed immediately! I'm really enjoying her cooking and she is just adorable!!! Benedizioni Signora Gina

[@123069kmh]

Oh my Gosh, I just did a quick search for a biscotti recipe and found Grandma Gina's. I made in in approximately 15 mins prep time and as she said 20-25mins cooking time. WONDERFUL! I only made 1/2 batch and it made a lot of biscotti biscuits. Also, I used gold raisons, cranberries and slivered almonds. Honestly, I am absolutely THRILLED with this recipe! THANK YOU GRANDMA GINA! I can't wait to watch and try your other recipes! I'd love to post a pic but not sure how. You would be proud! By the way, my husband usually ONLY eats chocolate...but he was my guinea pig this afternoon....tried my biscotti and loves them!

[@BuonAPetitti]

You can post a photo on Instagram @buonapetitti I would love to see it.

[@MrWb2sru]

Gina , the world needs more people like you! God Bless You!

[@socorrofredeluces829]

Thank you grandma Gina for this beautiful recipe I’ll try this one!God bless you more!

[@bridgettewood1713]

I made them and lord they turned out GREAT! Thank you Ms. Gina, we love you for the sweet person you are! Have a great day.

[@dudelessranch802]

She reminds me of my grandparents friend Helen. Enjoyed her cooking demonstration. Bet they taste great!

[@vinnieviddivicci5459]

Mi ricorda le mie due nonne. Her accented English, and sweet and patient nature. ❤

[@BevHamm]

I will make your recipe and make some great coffee to enjoy them with my children who are grown and love biscotti! Your personality is a treasure!

[@spiritchik13]

I love you, Gina. You make my heart and soul smile! Thank you for making me feel like I am in the kitchen with my Grandmother. Here’s to Italians! The greatest cooks in the world! ♥️

[@debbiedejohn1069]

Gina, we all adore and love you!!! I wish my grandmothers had been wonderful like you!! ❤️❤️😘😘😘😘😘🙏🙏🙏

[@ritagarcia272]

Loved the way she showed how to do biscottis with fruit she is adorable I learned with her beautiful video nothing like the real old fashion hard working women cooking and teaching brought me back to so many wonderful memories thankyou hope she continues

[@giselefontaine]

Nona Gina, you are a breath of fresh air! I love the way you teach, your recipes are tasty but best of all, your personality lifts our spirits! God bless you! 💝

[@valeriedudoittemahaga972]

I love it, watching grandmas do there thing.

[@debrabain5290]

Gina, You make me so happy as you teach us to make our families happy. Your such a treat to watch with all the insanity in the world today. Thank you for the sunshine!

[@25ayda]

Grandma I enjoy your dedication in baking and cooking . I can see how much you do a lot of hard work in your masterpiece . I will try your masterpiece so I can brag about it . We love you . God Bless you and family 🙏❤️🌹

[@sarreina1]

Just made your biscotti Gina and they are delicious!! I just wish I was as good as your are at handling the dough. I floured my hands to help me form the logs, and I only used 3 eggs, because I misread the recipe. But they came out perfect and are delicious! My husband thanks you too!

[@Cashvertising]

This is hands-down the best biscotti recipe I ever tried. Thank you so much grandma!

[@amandatanglao2492]

She cooked good and looks strong and healthy God bless you Miss Gina I like the way you cook and bake

[@dazonlee]

Hi Gina, I’m recuperating from my surgery & came across your videos. I love watching all of them! Once I’m able to cook & bake again, I will try your recipes. I remember my grandma in you. I was very young when she & grandpa moved to US & I missed all her cooking. I wish we could record videos then. I would have kept a collection of her traditional recipes. I’m more of “cooking-from-scratch” person and that is what I see in you & my grandma. Please keep on cooking & share your traditional recipes. I love you Gina! All the best!

[@BuonAPetitti]

Hope you get well soon. I will keep you in my prayers. God Bless.

[@dazonlee]

Buon-A-Petitti Thank you & God bless! 🙏🙏🙏

[@a.a.7464]

I love this grand mother baking she is adorable 🌸🌸🌸🌸

[@a.a.7464]

Is this the grandma ?? Or a relative,??

[@louiselarmond7707]

Gina, I love when you sing. My grandmother sang to me so it brings happy tears to my eyes when you sing. I also use your recipes and enjoy watching you cook. Thank you so much! Love and hugs to you.

[@reemseraj]

Dear Gina, your a joy to watch, I have been binge watching you now for days all the way in Saudi Arabia. I made your biscotti today and I wasn’t sure anyone would like it...... I have six pieces left only. Thank you mama Gina! I think your amazing, xxxx god bless you! Please teach us more

[@gardensofthegods]

Hi greetings from Dallas , Texas.. I have been wanting to make biscotti maybe for 30 years and she's the only person that makes me want to actually make them now and I have most of the ingredients here.. except I think I'm going to make one with some dried cherries and them and maybe pieces of orange zest... and you know what else I think we'll make a difference ? I'm going to add a little bit of orange blossom water to the mixture !

[@rhondathibault59]

I'm going to make some with all almonds!

[@billmilano2418]

Almost forgot to wish you and your family a wonderful Christmas, I hope more mothers cook these wonderful home cooked recipes for their families this coming year,

[@wendyzilli9735]

Hi Gina. Hope you are all doing well with this crazy pandemic. I just wanted to tell you how much I enjoy watching you cook. You teach us all your wonderful recipes. Love it!!

[@sharonthedirt]

I so enjoyed her video. She represents family, love and food.

[@MyLaura999]

I’m having a nice cup of coffee as I’m watching you make these delicious cookies, I would love to have some with my coffee, thank you for making our day so much more pleasant, we all appreciate you.

[@lynnemarieprock7852]

I would even buy a set of DVD's of her cooking so I could listen to her sing forever!!!

[@catmansma]

Yes me too.

[@cathyveile6536]

She bakes love into her food. Thank you so much for this.

[@thoale9014]

Nonna , I missed your singing, continuing to sing while baking , Nonna ! Love ❤️ watching you . God bless you, stay safe and healthy.

[@gsandy6107]

Thank you Grandma Gina for sharing your recipes. I am a new fan to your channel.🥰 💗💗💗💗💗💗

[@suzannetamer8738]

I like your way of presenting the preparation you are so close to our heart

[@marthacrawley3901]

Thank you , I can't stop watching.!😍

[@CozyButcher]

My girlfriend and I LOVE your videos, thank you so much for posting these! We are going to the store tomorrow to buy what we need in order to try this out, thank you again!

[@DreambigGabriela]

I absolutely LOVE Biscotti. I got all the ingredients and tomorrow I will make them. Grandma Gina, awesome work. THank you for sharing your recipe with us. They turned out beautiful.

[@nancyceraful]

Nonna Gina - I am so happy I found you on KZbin. My Nonna was from Puglia near Taranto before she came to America. Your recipes are the foods she made for us and I am so happy to have these recipes and enjoy watching your videos. Mille Grazie!

[@glenm5034]

Grandma Gina is the best

[@moanatan2055]

im happy how mama is cooking. wonderful and the fun part it all looks so easy! no sweat!

[@envt]

I saw my first video of you today and I'm in love! What a great woman and beautiful food! Thank you!!

[@anvenderl]

I absolutely LOVE watch (and listening) to you Gina. I adore your accent. It makes me long for my Italian grandmother who passed when I was very young. I still feel a bond with her and my Italian heritage. I think about her and feel close to her when I make your recipes. I can see the joy cooking brings to you. Thank you for sharing your love and cooking with all of us. Gina, what kind of coffee do you drink and how do you prepare it? May God continue to bless you!

[@BuonAPetitti]

I always have espresso coffee with a teaspoon of sugar when I have friends and family visiting. I drink caffeine most of the time but occasionally I will have decaf espresso if that is what is being served. First thing in the morning I like to have a cup of brown coffee with a bit of milk and a teaspoon of sugar. Thank you for watching my channel. God Bless.

[@tjsarlo6514]

What a great way to preserve your grandma's legacy. I wish she was my grandma too. I didn't know any of my grand parents, so I get to borrow yours once in a while. Thank you!

[@juliatorres4427]

Nonna Gina, Your biscotti recipe was wonderful! They were easy to make and easy to customize with the dry fruit I had available. I really enjoy being in the kitchen with you. Your son-in-law does a good job with the filming. Big hug for you.