Italian Grandma Makes Chickpea Soup with Fresh Pastina

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Does anyone else make a cup of coffee or tea to settle down happily and watch a new video from Gina?

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I get comfy on my couch so i can watch and enjoy her

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Vino

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[@pattycrochets2559]

I love watching Gina cook. My mother-in-law's name was also Gina and was in Italy during the war. It was hard times. Sadly we didn't think to record my Gina as she cooked our favorite dishes, but having these videos and cookbook bring back all the happy times together. Thank you Gina and your family, may God bless you all.

[@mariacasella979]

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[@ShaunaMarieSings]

Me too...I cry when she tells us her beautiful memories...what a lovely lady...we are so blessed to have her. 💗💗💗

[@cynrose44]

I had my own Italian Grandma who was from a small town in Scicly. She would sing to me and when you sing I am reminded of her. She has been gone a long time and sometimes I cry happy tears listening to you and remembering her!

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[@annschiraldi5262]

They eat can soup,

[@selfhealherbs13ms]

Who gave Miss Gina thumbs down' I did not see that shame on them, she's a wonderful woman she's a great cook and I'm sure it tastes absolutely delicious thumbs up to mama Gina

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[@chriscarson2547]

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[@s1r3n1971]

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[@janieromano8649]

I'm so happy I found Gina on KZbin! I'm 71 years young and Gina so reminds me of my grandma who was a fantastic cook and who I miss so much! Gina's recipes are so much like my grandma's who came from Messina Italy. Please tell her she brought back so many happy memories and I have become a fan and will be looking for her videos.

[@budgirl1368]

♥️♥️ I was raised by my Italian grandparents... listening to her I feel like my Nonna is right in front of me!!! RIP Nonna♥️♥️ I am a new subscriber now 🥰

[@lorettadesio1365]

I think I could live on soup alone! I love watching Gina and listening to her. I can’t wait to try this myself. Thank you.

[@mstyblu379]

Hi Gina, this is the perfect time for a hearty soup like this. Today s my 71 birthday.

[@BuonAPetitti]

Happy Birthday!!! Many many more. God Bless!

[@rsvpagain]

I love the Italian Grandma’s videos. Not only is she a real person doing real cooking but what a lovely way to preserve her recipes and memories of her. Just think, her great grandchildren will be able to watch her in action at the stove preparing these now timeless recipes. I wish the technology had existed to preserve memories of my grandmother and mother exhibiting their expertise in the kitchen. Gina is an accomplished cook and she inspires me to go into the kitchen and create my own memories. So far, I have made the lentil soup and zucchini soup and I will make the chicken soup tomorrow night. I hope Gina continues to share more special recipes with us. Until then ciao.

[@missyb9221]

I love grandmas specially their stories from long time ago, I miss my grandma. Watching this makes it feel like I'm listening to my grandma.

[@cristineerickson2237]

Such skill in making the pastina. As you mentioned, Italian kids are given cooking tasks very early in life, and as result we know a thing or two in the kitchen, and no one around us, goes hungry.

[@untbunny]

My weekend will be wonderful because Nona Gina blessed us with a video! Thank you for posting.

[@cgat1955]

Great recipes from Nona, just like any of our old folk from anywhere around the world cooking from scratch. Showing us how it’s done my mother showed me and my sister how to cook from a very early age we could cook a family meal by the time we were 12 years old and I taught my daughters the same my son also knew how to cook from scratch. It doesn’t matter wether it’s Italian Spanish Greek or Irish it’s home cooked food and it’s fantastic and lovely to see this great Italian lady on you tube giving lessons to us all on how to cook her lovely food

[@valeriecalderon2993]

Watching you Gina brings me back to a time when my great grandmother was alive. You fill my heart with such great joy. I feel your love and energy watching you cook!

[@1320trail]

That expression and body language she gave you (son-in-law and cameraman) at 18:50 shows so much genuine personality. I love it! And, I’ll bet you did too. That’s why you spliced it in the video. Thank you, Miss Gina, for taking the time to make recipes and the family who film her and make the videos. Blessings to all of you.

[@cnidia35]

Love it.. my daughter was happy thinking when she asked everyone to sit to eat, we thought we see the family sitting.. We thoroughly enjoy watching Mama Gina cooking.. shes just too precious.. Hello from the state of Virginia... We love her cooking show..

[@cactusroadrunner5277]

Wow!! AMAZING!!! As an Indigenous Native we ALWAYS cooked...eating out was rare treat! I admire this Italian woman!! You are a GREAT COOK and soooo love your singing!!! English is GREAT!!! I will try this soup 💖❤💖❤👍👍👍🦋

[@dawnb1753]

Ms. Gina is precious. To her family; treasure every moment you have with her. You are so blessed to have her as your Mother, Mother in law and Grandmother. Thank you for sharing her with us.

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Nona Gina, I have added all your videos to my recipe Collection. We live on a farm and are so excited to try all your recipes. Thank you to you and your family for sharing you with us! God bless each and everyone of you.

[@deborahcatania74]

Nona Gina...I cannot begin to tell you the joy and comfort you bring to me...AND...to all of your viewers! My family is from Catania Sicily and my Nona Anna spoke just like you and what a precious soul she was...and you are! Watching you is such a joy to me and your cooking is the bonus!!! May God keep you and bless you every single day! AND KNOW THIS...YOU are loved!!! Burn-A-Petitti!!!

[@Silv1a]

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[@veronicakiyoko5862]

God bless Gina I love her stories about herself and her sister when they were little girls and her cooking looks fabulous. Thank you Gina

[@stellalombardo4709]

Signora Gina I would like to thank you so very much, because when I am feeling a bit sad or under the weather I turn to your channel and you brighten my day, I came to America when I was six years old, and was very blessed in learning how to cook, bake and CLEAN at a very young age, but that is what Italian mothers and grandmothers do is teach there daughters how to do everything this way we know and carry the traditions, thank you for teaching me ways that my mother did not, you are the best, God bless you always and keep you healthy and strong ❤

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GINA !!! YOU ARE FANTASTIC !!!! My mother passed away and you make me feel sooooo good . I just L O V E. watching you. 💕💕😋 Thank you. Signing off Scott's wife Vickie

[@rosannepalmieri5351]

Nonna Gina you make me smile. You have really touched my heart. I love all your recipes. ♥♥

[@lauramancia2857]

Hola Gina I’m latina and husband kept telling about this soup he say he love it and I say the only one can teach me is Gina and here I am he was soooo happy and watching him smiling and telling stories about when he was little made so happy thanks 🙏🏻

[@oscarchagoya5985]

I love her, she reminds me my childhood although I am Mexican she reminds me of my mom and grandma

[@kayyoung7388]

I got so much joy of watching her, so beautiful and joyful mother! Feel so comforted and smile never leave my face from beginning till the end, even now I'm writing comment.❤️🙏👍🌹😊

[@GypsyoftheSun]

I love these videos. Everything thing about them💟 The love and warmth, memories and singing, and amazing dishes prepared the way I was taught🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@kesmarn]

Love the story about Gina's father being sent home after the birth of his fourth child. We all learn much more than cooking skills from these videos. We learn history too. Thank you!

[@Councilof8for43]

I vividly remember eating this soup at my Noni's house when I was a kid. Thank you Gina for these videos. I just bought your book and can't wait to make some of your dishes for my children. my Noni passed when I was a teenager (she was 98)! So I didn't get a chance to learn her recipes, nor did my children get a chance to meet her and experience their Italian heritage first hand. You have brought that to me and my family. Thank you for that. Love and blessings to you and yours!!

[@carolsparks7286]

These videos and stories she is sharing are invaluable. How many times have we wished we had talked or asked more questions or discussed something in particular before our parents or grand parents passed on. Or, wish a young family member had known grandma......These videos, stories and songs are pure gold for the family. I will make this, Gina. Looks so good!

[@MegaTcullen]

Thank you Gina for sharing everything you know. I miss my Nana Sesto, she use to tell us what it was like when she was a child, so please always tell us about what it was like in the old country, as my Nana would say, when you were a child. God bless you and your family. Xo

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“Grandma” is a treasure. Everyone should have such a wonderful grandmother.

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Thank you to Gina's family for sharing this national treasure. I've been watching your videos for years and love everyone of them. Gina is a beautiful soul. Love her prayers, life stories, singing and wonderful cooking style. I'm not Italian but still enjoy listening and learning from this amizing lady. It's obvious that you spend a lot of time preparing and setting up for each excellent video, thank you for taking the time to share your blessing. Bless you and Gina.

[@blessedand4givenipress570]

What a Dear and Precious Soul! This soup looks wonderful!! I Love Chickpeas. How wonderful of you to take the time and make fresh pasta. What a Blessing you are to your family and to all of us watching. I Love hearing your stories and your singing. Once again you have put a smile on my face and Joy in my heart. Thank you so much. God's Blessings upon you and your loved ones ❤😘. Sending Prayers your way.

[@patriciariller3020]

I love listening to the stories and history while learning how to make beautiful food! Thank you

[@caroltheresemueller]

Thank you so much for sharing your stories,songs and family pictures along with such wonderful cooking. You bring us joy. Love from my family to you and yours!

[@GPwithme]

I wanna know who in the world would give you a thumbs down. You are wonderful and I enjoy your videos so much! Grazie!

[@loisbrace1669]

I love, love the stories! How we play "Remember when..." My husband and I still play. Those were the days. We're in our 60's and to listen to YOUR stories of when you were a child is such a delight. Please tell more stories, sing and all that you do to make these videos. They are most appreciated. Your children/grandchildren are truly blessed.

[@deanne609]

I love watching her cook! Thank you for sharing your grandma with all of us!

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Whenever I see a new video is there, my ❤️ jump and I smile. Thanks so much

[@grettelslowing9417]

Thank you for sharing with us your memories, your love for cooking, and your recipes. This is soul for the soul! 😍

[@patriciasmiderle9181]

Dear Gina..thank you for the delicious soup. You did a great job, as always! Keep singing..you are precious💗💗

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This lady is AMAZING!!!!!‼️

[@ejaynirvehc270]

Hi Gina 👋🏽😊your channel is an addiction ☺️I seriously don't think there is any recipe that I don't like ! I love them all 💕You are the Italian Queen in your kitchen 👸 ! Bless you beautiful soul ✨🙏🏽✨🕊💕💕💕🌹🌹🌹

[@mipajaro1]

You are right it takes patience. Garbanzo soup I am going to try. Thank you for sharing your stories. I miss my grandmother and listening to her stories. I am 73, and miss the family.

[@catibree1]

Another beautiful Italian soup by a beautiful lady... Thank you Gina... you're wonderful...

[@sharonroe1383]

I love her so much!! Reminds me of my Grandma..Ty for sharing your amazing cooking and techniques💝💝

[@Abbay_special_recipe]

Mama no apology for ur accent, the most important thing is you are sharing ur wisdom with the rest of world, thx for your hard working

[@learaymond]

I absolutely love watching these and hearing all her stories. She’s a delight & I wish she was my Gramma ♥️

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I love you so much and your recipes are so delicious thank you so much for sharing

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Thank you, Nona Gina for sharing not only the recipes, but the songs and the memories. I love that you make us all family through your recipes and your stories.

[@shirleyclgan7282]

Gina cooks with great passions. She has a heart of gold. Loved to watch her cooks. Thank you for your love in sharing your recipes .

[@margariteolmos3457]

God bless you, Gina. A generous, loving soul.

[@hoochijami7]

This grandma is gold lucky whoever has her as a mother in law she genuinely loves her family and grandchildren. I love seeing her cook. She is the grandma I never had. Love her and her reciepes

[@cortright3669]

Grandma, I love all of your stories. Your family is so fortunate to have you and to learn about your lif. What a blessing you are. Thank you so much for sharing your life with us.🥰God bless you Gina 😊

[@rosealee1225]

I love to hear you sing, I love your cooking! I hope your family knows how Blessed they are to have you!! God Bless you Gina

[@joycemansfield2819]

so happy to see a real chef in a beautiful kitchen.i have a friend whos mom was in italy during the war ,ive been able to hear lots of stories. unbelievable people dont always know the hardships others have been through .

[@vijayepersaud8000]

I love to hear your story and enjoy your singing and of your videos.

[@befuddled2010]

The shaping demonstration of the pastina alone made this worth watching, but then we get the soup demo and the world is suddenly complete; yet is embellished even further by the stories and the songs. Beyond precious, Gina; you are beyond precious. The final dish looks so delicious and brings back many memories. I think I'll add this to my fall rotation this year. Thank you!

[@luvnlavender4380]

I absolutely enjoy you so much....your cooking...your singing...your stories. Thank you so much 💕

[@djddean6100]

Delicious Chickpea soup, especially with the freezing weather we’ve been having.Thankyou Gina for fresh pastina pasta recipe.I ‘m a New York girl living in a different State where Pastina in a box is hard to find so thank you. ❤️ Enjoyed your song !

[@karenricci3712]

This is how you cook...from scratch....and made with love. Loved this soup...ty

[@ichdieLivi]

it's nice what she tells about the father being able to come home. My grandmother must be more or less the same age as her and her mother was completely alone with the children during ww2 (I am from Austria), it was the normal situation in the village. Women had to work and care for the children all alone with very little money/ food. Must have been super hard times

[@michaell3660]

I’m a chef by profession, I watch every video you make. You warm my heart with such love, which is always the final ingredient. God bless you for all the joy you give so many. BTW, your recipes are the real deal , Brava Signora ❤️👍⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Much love and good health and happinesses to you

[@beccareul]

That is such a sweet story. I’m so glad that you have happy memories of your family, there’s nothing better! Thanks for sharing both your recipe and your memories, you should be a National treasure. God bless

[@Ashley-ry4we]

This looks great, I've put the chick peas to soak and i'll make it tomorrow for my girls. Thank you! This is like having my mom teach me how to cook.

[@mshayplay1]

Thank you for all your videos and your beautiful spirit! Also thank you for for all the background information in this video because I always wondering the same things! I just love that she uses her everyday pots and pans, nothing fancy except all the wonderful food. I been telling all my family and my Italian friends about this amazing lady who sings beautiful heartfelt songs and shares her life and love of family and food! I cooked for a small Mom and Pop store for almost 20 years so I know how much the love of cooking and sharing food almost defines our soul. May God Bless you and your family.

[@melodycapehartmedina2264]

I’ve missed your videos! Happy to see you today! You make me smile the whole time! God bless you too!!

[@sossyization]

such a lovely person .i never get fed up watching her .god bless

[@ElizaDolittle]

Yummy - thank you mamma Gina!!!! I will try this soon! And congratulations on passing the one-hundred thousand mark of subscribers!

[@kitchenlady948]

Love this authentic Italian woman ❤️ love all her recipes along with the stories.. so adorable xoxo and who ever gives thumbs down is an idiot!!!

[@Silv1a]

Mya Costa Agree

[@barbaraadams3365]

Gina love, do you have a recipe for string beans and potatoes? I remember my momma making that as a side dish. Yum!

[@sideshowtink]

Watching Nonna Gina make the fresh pastina is amazing. I am just enthralled! That's ALOT of work! And I always love the stories! That board is like a beautiful heirloom with all the years of love created on it! Chi Chi beans my nonna would say! That looks so good in this super cold weather we've been having!

[@alixhice]

Making your own pastina??? Is there anything you can’t/won’t do?? This soup looks absolutely scrumptious. We love soup and this one is right up our alley. Thank you so much for showing us your recipe. You are an Italian Goddess! 😘

[@ramiroperalta3334]

I'm Latino and I enjoy watching your videos Jina, you are so sweet and an amazing cook. God bless you always. Love you. 😘😘🙏🙏👏👏👏

[@jwg1fan]

Nonna Gina, I made your recipe for Pasta Fagioli it was delicious. I will make this one next. I love to hear the stories of your family. I feel so accomplished when I make pasta, it’s a lost art. Please sing more! You have a lovely voice. God bless you Nonna Gina ❤️

[@gregblackmusic]

Such a sweet lady. Watching you cook real food, nice and slow... it is so relaxing. God bless you.

[@ellelorraine3540]

All my questions were answered. Great video. I appreciate the work and love you all put into getting these amazing recipes to us!

[@45cheema]

Hi Gina I watch your show whenever it comes I love your food but most I love the way you talk it just make me so happy when you talk I love you the way you talk God bless you stay healthy and happy

[@baire702]

You say very good!!!!!😀 I love your videos! Thank you so much for sharing your recipes with all of us!!! May Mother Mary hold you tightly and protect you from evil. 🌹✝️ God bless you Gramma Gina.

[@jeanneharrington4606]

Your family is so lucky to have you cook for them! Soup looks delicious. And so healthy. Love you Nonna Gina!!! Che Donna meravigliosa!

[@victoriabarnfield8251]

Gina I love listening to your stories! My grandmother and grandfather were from Poland and they have passed on years ago, but the stories I heard of the hardships that most people from the old country went through. Love you for keeping the stories alive! 😘

[@michaelhurani7266]

Grandma Gina emanates of sweetness and kindness and her food is divine. Her family is so lucky to have her and I am sure they very appreciative . Keep on cooking, I admire your sweet demeanor .

[@hadjerbouras9763]

Thank you Grandma i love you so mutch i am from ALGERIA

[@ms.bornagain57]

Beautiful Gina, watching your videos makes me relaxed. I think if my own Italian grandmother who is now in heaven, it makes me feel like she is giving me a cooking lesson.

[@carolchiocchi7703]

Ms. Bornagain me too!! I feel like I’m back home with my grandma and all of my aunts❤️❤️❤️

[@patricelosi7735]

Gina, thank you so much for sharing your yummy recipes. I love your singing!!!! Thank you

[@june47able]

I wish you were my next door neighbor so I could spend time with you learning how to cook in person. You are my #1 Go -To cooking channel now. Do you have any breakfast recipes to share? Would love to see them! Thanks and God Bless you and your family.

[@CrowShadow]

God bless you too, Gina ... loved hearing you sing.

[@mar2mar2]

Gina I made this today for my Italian Husband and he loved it. Your recipes are great and your fun to watch.Keep singing.

[@EK-sz5no]

This wee lady is amazing!

[@nf2885]

I love your videos carina Gina’s! I adore your stories. When I was a young girl I was fascinated by stories my parents and grandparents told us about life in southern Italy during the war. You brought me back to those days and for that I send you , un bacio grande! Your recipes are just like my mother’s recipes. 💕🇮🇹🇺🇸🙋🏻‍♀️

[@ГалинаКоролёва-к1э]

Thank you very much. Very interesting and homely warm. Cooked your soup, very tasty. Greetings from Kazakhstan from Russian mother of three children.

[@The-Homecook-0000]

She put a lot of work and love into that soup....

[@shakengrain1942]

Please make Italian Wedding Soup? Thank you for your videos! You are a joy and pleasure to watch!