Italian Grandma Makes American Macaroni & Cheese with Granddaughter Gina

MACARONI & CHEESE:
1 stick Butter, (4 oz)
½ cup All-Purpose Flour
1 teaspoon Salt (to taste)
½ teaspoon Black Pepper (to taste)
3 cups Whole Milk
1 pound Macaroni/Pasta , small shape, elbows best
8 ounces Sharp White Cheddar Cheese, shredded or cubed
8 ounces Sharp Yellow Cheddar Cheese, shredded or cubed
8-16 ounces of frozen Sweet Peas
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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!

[@4RXLA]

This is a precious video that granddaughter Gina is going to cherish 30 years from now. This is what it is all about right here. The love and passing down the recipes to the next generation.

[@nancyfasolino7607]

I totally agree♥️easy recipe I will make!

[@reneehenderson4818]

She clearly loves her grandmother!

[@maryann8264]

What a beautiful granddaughter. Her gentleness and kindness to Nona is wonderful to see.

[@Billy-dj8zw]

Adorable family! We need more Ginas in the world.

[@mariadiantherese9663]

We sure do!!

[@suNRze]

Yeppers. Mine are both gone 😢

[@roxybuell9898]

Ohhhhh, For Sure 🙏💙✝️🙌 🙂

[@dominicdavino252]

Sadly most of that family ties which is priceless is slowly disappearing today. How blessed I was to have that bond every day in my life. Still cherish it at 84 years old today.

[@sweeney60]

Can we all applaud that Gina is getting her PhD in Biology! Congratulations to her. You should make another episode with her after she gets it!

[@MariaGarcia-zd3st]

La Bella Nonna Gina, Bravo la Gina, bravo

[@Ararechan74]

I love how granddaughter Gina listens to grandma... what a special way to share the new year. Happy 2024 to the entire family!🎉

[@deborahandrew7299]

Without a doubt: Grandma Gina is an Earth-Angel.

[@BuncesSpecialtyHomemade]

I thought this was so cute. Your granddaughter starting out the video "Hello, I'm Gina!" Then she starts cooking with you. Loved it!!

[@raizinboyz]

I thought I had been duped! What a nice surprise!!!!

[@ohsophresh]

The best Italian channel on KZbin! Thank you for sharing so much love and food! I’ve made so many of these recipes ❤ for the ppl I love!!!

[@JESUSISLORDforever888]

ABSOLUTELY!

[@jazzylyn5857]

True. Reminds me of Gino D'Acampo's "italian" accent after living in UK most of his life. Lolz.

[@isabelcarvalho8654]

Wow the mac and cheese looks so delicious it was so wonderful to see you and your beautiful granddaughter cooking together, thank you Gina and Gina ,God Bless you all.🙏🏻❤️❤️

[@reginawheeler8239]

Absolutely love this video! What a joy watching Grandmother and Granddaughter cooking together.

[@cheriespitzer7382]

So sweet and heartwarming to watch Gina teach her namesake granddaughter how to cook. So much love in the room ❤️❤️❤️

[@bejoyful]

How wonderful to see Nonna Gina and Granddaughter Gina! Happy New Year to everyone!!

[@mariacasella6474]

Not just one but two Gina’s today 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@monicagrissom8141]

I just adore you Grandma!! Your such a beautiful lady

[@homesteadblessings8886]

Wish you were my mama Gina. Lost my mom in 1990 . Think you always need a mama. God's blessing to you and yours

[@mariannedekock7996]

Gina, granddaughter ,what an amazing privilege to still having such an incredible grandmother like Nonna Gina and help her cook! Treasure every moment with you, Nonna Gina. Nonna Gina became our wonderful treasure to all of us over the world. South Africa Mphumalanga 🇿🇦

[@53158]

I love watching you and your granddaughter cooking.

[@pamelapetrosino4437]

This video warmed my heart. I’ve been home recovering from Covid, and this made my day. Your beautiful granddaughter, Gina is such a sweetheart. You must be so proud of her accomplishments. I wish her the best of luck in her studies, and long term success. Happy New Year to you and your family. Btw, this looks so delicious!!!! ❤

[@PaulMerucci-us5pu]

I am a 1st generation Italian, 70 years old, from Detroit. I always say that I'm glad I'm not 1 day younger than I am because I can remember the old timers from the old country. This vid brought tears to my eyes.

[@Eph432]

Buon Anno!! This video warmed my heart! Gina is adorable and she speaks to her grandmother the way I spoke to my Mom… when she said “smelty “ I burst out laughing! When I spoke to my Mom I used to say English words the way she did: ie: napahkeens for napkins, cheegana for chicken😂🤣😂 More of this, please! Nonna Gina may want to retire in 10-20 yrs and we’re gonna need someone to pick up the mantle! God bless!!

[@dlbeal]

I love this!! Grandchildren are a blessing. Your granddaughter is so sweet and beautiful.

[@italishgirl5601]

Such pride in your face and voice Gina…. I hope God blesses me with grandchildren sometime soon🇮🇹❤️🙏

[@ssc4153]

I remember my mom making lots of really great recipes that had to stretch to feed 6 kids.......I still make many of her recipes, and one of them is homemade macaroni and cheese! I never buy boxed macaroni and cheese! I love watching you cook Grandma.......it brings back so many fond memories! Thank You!

[@angelaengler2387]

Oh my goodness it’s so sweet and wonderful that Granddaughter Gina joined Grandma Gina in the kitchen! Young Gina resembles the Mona Lisa😃 I love macaroni and cheese, I will definitely be making this recipe ❤️

[@slapstickdome9797]

You are so right. I did not see that..Mona Lisa 🤗

[@dariagreer3078]

Cara nonna Gina tu hai una bella nipote. Grazie per la ricetta di macaroni e formaggio.

[@discobikerAndRosie]

I love Grandma Gina's channel! She's the reason my food tastes so good! I have my own Mac & Cheese recipe, but I'm going to make Gina's tonight! Looks delicious! My friend just came back from Italy & she brought me a package of Origano Selvatico! I sprinkled it into my taco meat last night! Yum!😊 And, your beautiful granddaughter, Gina, looks just like you! You two are beautiful.inside & out! 😊❤

[@terridovey7648]

Hi Grama Gina!💕 I remember my grandmother making this the exact same way you and Gina made yours! Praise God! We all love you here!🩷

[@rosamariadegirolamo2995]

Cara zia ,Gina farà tesoro del tuo insegnamento culinario ,che bello vedervi insieme. ❤

[@laurapieri6315]

Such a heartwarming video. You can tell Grandma Gina loves her granddaughter very much. She’s very proud of her. God bless you both.

[@Birdie252]

Great to see Gina & Gina …what a great memory for both !!! Gina’s charm has only grown !!!

[@michaelrichter1465]

How nice to cook with Grandma, I get almost as much pleasure as young Gina just watching these two. The respect of the young and the love of the old. Priceless memory now recorded for everyone to enjoy going forward. Gradma Gina is the best! That Mac and Cheese looked REALLY good too!! Thank you to all that made this video possible.

[@drenadestross6570]

Love this

[@user-ut8ls7qp1j]

i miss my grandmother ,what a beutiful italian lady lots of love

[@mariacasella6474]

I love everything about this video -you two are adorable.Happy New Year

[@jackiecota-ne8ye]

Nona was so cute giving her granddaughter instructions! ❤❤❤❤

[@stevealldred4424]

I love Grandma Gina and Macaroni and Cheese!

[@lisalu910]

I LOVE seeing Grandma Gina cooking with her granddaughter Gina! And I love that they are making an American dish. This is so precious!

[@gypsyrain369]

im 59 & Miss my Grandmother Every Day , Thank you for sharing a special moment with us , it put tears in my eyes a few times , i Love Grandma Gina ! Late but ,HAPPY NEW YEAR GRANDMA GINA ! Thank you so much for being You !

[@silverstarvn]

Nice to see you cooking with your granddaughter and she is so loving and respectful to you. ❤

[@gentillydanny]

The nicest grandma on the whole internet.

[@audreyscookingwithlove490]

I call you my KZbin Nana☺ Your granddaughter has beautiful eyes💖

[@carolepracitto928]

ahhh. I am the first one to post...I can't believe I was just thinking of you....truth.....Happy New Year..beautiful wonderful lady and family...love you...beautiful granddaughter...teach her Nana Gina

[@carolepracitto928]

Beautiful grandaughter Gina...learn as much as you can from your beautiful grandma...she is amazing...

[@didisinclair3605]

What a treat to see one of your grandchildren!!! Young Gina: congrats (early) on your PhD!!!!! That's no small task!!!

[@anndipietro1868]

Young Gina is so, so lucky to have Grandma Gina to learn from. I wish I had that opportunity. Next, we have to get young Gina to sing.

[@darlenehoover6577]

Smelting! 🤣 Absolutely cute. And I love seeing grandma Gina's mac n cheese recipe. Thank you so much for sharing and introducing your lovely granddaughter. 🙂

[@ambrosejoseph4843]

Smelts are delicious. Wish I had some right now!!!

[@karensheart]

Oh my goodness, so much joy Gina! Thank you again for sharing another wonderful recipe!❤

[@Jillbilly1114]

Your granddaughter looks like you Gina. ❤️

[@cherylmccarthy4179]

That was so lovely to see you cooking with your granddaughter beautiful and she did so well it looked delicious ❤❤

[@wmsymms]

Why can't I hit the like button more than once. I want to hit it a zillion times for this. You can feel the love coming through the video. Thanks two Ginas for the recipe.

[@joebacarella2829]

We are going to have to call her Doctor Gina, how wonderful a doctorate in biology, the mac and cheese looks beautiful Gina.

[@Star4Ever777]

Ooh how I wish my Grandma was still alive. I loved her so. She was a full-blooded Sicilian. She was born here in the U.S., but she didn't start learning or speaking English until she was 6 years old. She raised me. I was 22 years old when she passed away at the age of 68. A long time time now, but oh how I miss her cooking, her hugs & kisses, her laughter and love, just everything about her. She meant everything to me. At the end of your video, when you fed your granddaughter that spoonful of macaroni and cheese, it brought tears to my eyes because that reminded me of my Grandma. What a wonderful video. Your way of making the macaroni and cheese looked so very good! Thanx for sharing this with the world! Love to you both. 🤗

[@shirala1972]

This is priceless! Gina , you have a beautiful granddaughter! 🩷

[@MRMars-lb7nt]

So beautiful to watch you both. The tenderness between you two made me bawl like a baby. Nona’s love pouring into her little Gina; and then granddaughter Gina’s love so obviously pouring back into her Nonna. Thank you.

[@user-lq1vp9hr8f]

Grandma Gina and her name sake, how beautiful is this?...

[@lsayegh1]

Gina you’re as sweetheart as your gramma Gina😊

[@esthercamacho1959]

Granddaughter as beautiful as grandma 🥰

[@cherylsyoutubies]

Oh....how awesome!!! Two beautiful Ginas! Thank you for bringing us this wonderful family recipe together.

[@user-ud6bx3ze4v]

Memories with Nonna are the best.

[@pastagirl1]

Cutest thing ever......I cannot stop smiling!!

[@annacentracchio3123]

I love that the two generations are cooking together and bonding! The macaroni and cheese looks delicious 😋 Happy New Year!

[@joannewilson6847]

Hello grandma Gina, what a pleasing sight to witness, a grandmother and granddaughter cooking together. Love you grandma Gina and I don’t blame you being so very proud of your name sake granddaughter Gina. Bless you both from Australia xxxx

[@blankblank2179]

love that woman while you can!! she is great..!

[@cathysteenson9591]

How fun to see both Ginas in the kitchen. Two beautiful ladies! ❤ And everyone loves macaroni and cheese!

[@Casper7762]

Your Granddaughter looks like her Beautiful Nonna/Grandmother. Both of you are very Beautiful inside and out. I have made several of your recipes using “Gluten Free or Lentil Pasta” and even some using vegetarian alternatives. I just love coming back to you for all the basics and I also love all the “Family Dinner” recipes as well. I find that when we are doing “Family Dinner’s” I run back to your channel a week or so in advance and I try to make a very good shopping list and within 2 days I have everything and start doing baskets of stuff for each recipe I plan to make with everything all measured out and in containers and everything all set up and the recipe in the basket. So, thank you Nonna.

[@jennyprorock]

not feeling so great this am..but seeing you Gina..and your lovely granddaughter, Gina..makes it a little easier 💜💜

[@mariad9495]

This was such a great video! I LOVED you and your granddaughter Gina together... Please do more of these! God bless and Thankyou

[@Don77sunset]

Gina!!! So good to see you again!! I say to myself -"Its my Italian grandmother". -I wanted to Thank You for this great recipe making Mac and Cheese.. You can tell its a passed down recipe and it looks very good. I like adding some sweet peas. I will try this soon. Your granddaughter did a good job helping. Thank you Mama Gina and Granddaughter for another delicious and worthwhile video. God Bless you!!

[@soniahannah8263]

Your beautiful granddaughter is so sweet. You wouldn't expect anything less from gorgeous G ❤️

[@cathym4838]

Oh my gosh… she reminds me of my grandma. My grandma was my mom. I miss her everyday… God bless your family 💕

[@dionnebreton3577]

Such a a beautiful sweet granddaughter!❤️

[@carlosmontoya8658]

Two beautiful young ladies cooking, who could ask for more!

[@irishpixierose]

Gina it is wonderful you have your Grandma Gina and she enjoys teaching & spending time with you.

[@NurseVickyVic]

Young Gina... this will be a gift to you in years to come. Your precious gramma... couldn't love this more!!

[@johnanderson3405]

You put the biggest smile on my face today! Italian grandma is awesome! Thank you so much for sharing 😊 I made this recipe for me and my wife. WOW! it’s amazing and so easy that I didn’t even have to look at the recipe after making it once. I’m excited to make it again for our next family dinner. Thank you so much 😊

[@mlang3066]

Awe, that’s so sweet of your darling granddaughter to do this with you! She is precious just like you!

[@April_K75]

Absolutely loved this! So sweet seeing grandma and granddaughter cooking together. I would spend weekends with my grandparents, and Some of my fondest memories were in the kitchen with my grandma. As young as 8 years old, my grandma noticed my curiosity, asking a bunch of questions about food prep, and I immediately became her assistant!😂 I loved every minute of it, she taught me so much and I honestly remember it all! Even my grandpa was a whiz in the kitchen and he made THE BEST soups! My grandpa passed away about 20 years ago at the age of 84, but I still have my grandma, who’s 91, and can still cook up a storm! I will FOREVER treasure the memories. 🥰🥰

[@angelarigido7161]

Grand daughter Gina! Congratulations on your educational progress! You'll have an excellent career soon!..and in another 25 years, you'll sound just like your Nonna teaching your own grand kids smile😊..and continue family traditions

[@nunzioguadagni3445]

This brought tears to my eyes growing up with my grandmother and cooking for us grandchildren and she acted the same way as your mother and grandmother

[@ldrumhel]

Listening to grandma to granddaughter, I remember my grandma's voice. How I wish she would have done this, but I was too small when she passed.

[@moniquemcgill2467]

Gina you are like a warm hug God bless you 🙏 🤗 ❤

[@ryangrossi4746]

Please cherish these moments. I was fortunate to have had a close relationship with my nonni while they were alive. I miss them to this day and would give anything to spend another day with all of them. Tanti bacci, nonna Gina! Tu tieni una bell’anima.

[@GinGin2255]

Gina & Gina Jr. You brought me to tears at the end. ♥

[@bv3706]

Buon anno, Nona Gina and family! So great to see you and your granddaughter 💞

[@dise6692]

The two of you are beautiful people….

[@missgahan7935]

This video is a great treasure for your granddaughter. I wish I'd still had my grandma. Happy New Year!!

[@loribell3983]

Gina is so happy

[@angelab1339]

Nonna Gina looks amazing!! I just love to watch her cook and sing😊. Such a wonderful video with your granddaughter. Happy New Year to your family!

[@angelaross7121]

You,are beautiful, Grandma Gina,I love when you sing and show me the way to make delicious home food. Unfortunately, My Grandpa passed away before he could show me things. Your Granddaughter,Gina is beautiful and looks like Mona Lisa. I have thick eyebrows too,but I'm part French and Sicilian. 👍😘.thank you for all you do

[@kieronstump]

For you both, 🌹🙏🏼🤗 Thank you. Young Gina you are blessed and loved. I say so for all of us, who Cherish your Nona. Be the Gem she is and, eternity will treat you well. Was so glad to see family at it’s best. Amen.

[@geol1936]

More cooking power with Gina Squared! Thanks for sharing a family video, Ginas!

[@amethystsamia]

Grandma Gina is such a beautiful soul. 💜

[@JasminesWorldx3]

Grandmaaaa Gina 🤍 oh how much I love youuuu may God always bless you with happiness, health & love

[@13thAllieCat]

Oooooo. O O O! Hello granddaughter!!!! U so lucky! …just like I was/am. It’s so good to see you together- look how happy you make her. I bet she’s captain of your fan club. :)

[@carolestewart2867]

She is so proud of her granddaughter amazing…I’m a Nona hopefully I will teach my granddaughter to cook

[@Imru_gamer]

You are lucky to have an awesome grandmother like this. 💜💜🙏🙏

[@alicecarmona4005]

Cutest grandma in the whole wide world! I can feel the love that you have for each other. ❤❤

[@Green-wk4bn]

I LOVE HER, JUST LIKE MY IRISH GRANDMA, going to make this, looked soooooo delicious!!

[@ritabrunetti381]

Happy New Year to Nona Gina & granddaughter Gina!! I am a 68- year- old Nona. I married into an Italian family. I'll have to share this recipe with our families. I'm French and became an Italian cook after marrying my husband. Best cuisine to enjoy!! 🥰

[@gabbiemooreSS]

This was the most wholesome video ever. I wish more kids/grandkids did stuff like this. That is how cooking and recipes are passed down. It's good to spend this time and learn because one day, they won't be here and you don't want to regret anything.

[@barber0611]

such a beautiful sweet grandaughter Gina!

[@mariapropst7935]

This is the Absolute Most Sweetest Video with Grandma Gina and Grandaughter Gina’ Lots of Love in this video! God Bless You! Alleluia!!!!!