Italian Grandma Makes Liver and Onions

LIVER and ONIONS
2 pounds Beef Liver
2 large Onions (yellow or spanish), sliced
9-10 pickled Pepperoncini or Cherry Peppers, sliced
Olive Oil
Salt and Black Pepper
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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.
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[@armandoneri3607]

Grandma is so sweet, bless her heart.

[@enochszijjarto6301]

Nonna ti vogliamo bene. Sai cucinare, sai cantare, sei il migliore. Milion dollar nonna.

[@junjungatbos3548]

I love just hearing her talk. Her accent is awesome!👍🏾

[@minomokwa744]

I loved evvvvery minute listening to her whilst making the recipe. My dish was phantastic. God bless this sweet little lady.

[@dariakozbial9497]

My 5 years old daughter before bed time always asked me to watch grandma Gina ❤️thank u!

[@anastasiarose16]

The singing, ugh my heart. Brava Nannella 👏🥰👏🥰

[@joannesharp6734]

I love her. She brings happiness whenever you listen to her.

[@eagleeyeswentz2415]

Yes She Does

[@davidstoughton3257]

She reminds me so much of my Great Aunt Norina !!

[@elizabethletsoso2558]

@@eagleeyeswentz2415 Yes she does indeed

[@joaneaves7254]

Love grandma Glen ms 38846

[@Sarah-vs5sy]

Wonderful lively grandma!

[@cindyfindeis2098]

I Love hearing you sing and cook Grandma Gina, I try to cook what you show me . Blessings

[@myersfamily8023]

We love your cooking and singing Gina! Oh the peace it brings! Thank you so much for blessing our family with your recipes! We are building many memories here with your food! May God bless you and your sweet family!!

[@cherylsyoutubies]

Thank you, Gina. Your grandson looks so happy. He knows he's about to eat a meal that is made with all the love in your heart for him and all of your family.

[@theclapaolini4322]

You are always a pleasure to watch and learn.keep your accent we love it.we understand you justathe same.

[@benmoumine6901]

She is a loving Italian woman! She reminds me of my Moroccan mother when she used to make a delicious healthy Moroccan chicken liver with olive 🫒 oil garlic and onions dish 😋

[@jopalo31675]

I love chicken livers. Have a great day.

[@benmoumine6901]

She is good! She makes you feel better just watching her and hearing her explaining in a lovely way. Thank you!💫

[@sergeiorlov01]

What a nice Granny! I love the way she mixes Italian and English. Obviously she lives in the states, the stove is really American. God bless you Mamma, stay healthy and full of energy. Greetings from Russia

[@dmh8002]

It is so delightful to see you again! This was my father's favorite dish! Thank you for preparing this! Always wish you the best!

[@nonenoneonenonenone]

I didn't know that adding salt too soon would harden the liver. How important to know that! Thank you. This was very interesting, as the only Italian liver dish I know is with red wine and oregano.

[@elainemedley8638]

So happy to see you don’t dredge in flour. I make it just like you do. But good to know about when yo add salt.😋

[@madelyncramer5057]

1111

[@melek_1959]

With a few garlic.The cook is Delicious. Hello from Turkey

[@moogeyare]

Yes I think it has to do with the salt stiffens the liver so it’s not as melty

[@ramencurry6672]

In my opinion, thick slices are better if you can find it and cooked to around medium rare

[@reneekennedy716]

Love this Lady! I just bought your cookbook, Gina & am going to have fun trying the recipes. Beautiful photos in the book of you and your loved ones. I've never done liver without dredging it in flour before - so look forward to doing this. I could listed to you say: "olive oil" - over and over! Thank you for sharing your wonderful culinary talents, good humour, lovely singing and for just being magnificent you! ♥

[@nanci6134]

May God Bless and keep you well Senora! You are teaching all of us so much about love through food!

[@nancyschaefer4531]

You are a amazing woman. You bring back so many memories that I thought were forever forgotten. I love you cooking it’s amazing! Your truly blessed to have an amazing family.

[@brankagaliatsou4152]

Bela Mama Super manca

[@justalookalike]

So True

[@susannorman4476]

I grew up on liver and onions@!! Takes me right home!!!

[@christelthomas3305]

I am happy to see you again. I grew up in an amazing Italian family, and you cook the same way. Best Christel...

[@micheals3629]

that was so sweet her singing at the same cooking she as a blessed heart and soul and awesome cook. love the way she talks..

[@AuntieKim1970]

Gina, you are such a beautiful soul! I love listening to you sing and watching you reminds me of my Grandmother. God bless! 🙏🏻❤️

[@localsouptalks]

Just hearing your voice makes me smile. Your recipe is pretty much the way my Irish/German mother made liver and onions, with the exception of the pepperoncinis. I haven’t made liver and onions for myself for decades now, but you’ve inspired me to make this dish - your way with the perroncinis . Love and appreciation to you Grandma Gina!

[@faye7800]

Ohhhh my sweet Grandma Gina....so glad you are back....you look amazing.......love love love liver and onions!!! Blessings ❣

[@nolagirl2458]

I love the LOVE you put into your food! The singing & praise 🙏 I’m so glad I found your channel God Bless 🤗

[@angelinajenart1692]

I love her she reminds me so much of my nonna 🥰

[@gingermcgarvey7773]

I love the smell of liver and onions cooking. Wish we had smell avision. The peppers are new twist. Gotta try. Have a blessed day Gina! 🙏 ❤🤍💙

[@victoriamanuellester9012]

I was raised to batter my livers with salt and pepper and garlic powder. We put vegetable oil in the cast iron skillet and dip my seasoned liver in flour and put in the oil to fry lightly. Afterwards, I would pour most of the oil out add about 2 to 4 tB

[@salvargetto133]

Super woman, super cooking. It’s so real to life cooking. Fantastic.

[@greenfatima493]

⭐⚘♥️🌛😀

[@lindaiannone5818]

It so hard 2 fine good liver in Florida. the live they sell here is soft n when u cook it turns into mush. Ty that's the way I always made mine in NY but with a lil white vinegar Ty God Bless

[@carolinestagg6807]

My husband likes liver. Will have to do like this, and sing too@

[@melaniesmith1313]

Mama Gina! Wonderful to see you! God bless you on this beautiful Sunday morning. I will remember you and your family in the Mass.

[@lynnnelson6689]

It takes an Italian Grandma to cook with love. Thank you.

[@rosalysales1438]

Thank you very much for the simplicity that you show your cooking. We need more of this happiness and love. You are great, thank you for existing. Love yoùuuuuuuuuuuuu

[@jovitanavarro7247]

Grandma Gina it's such a pleasure to see you again..I look forward to all your videos...this dish was my father's favorite!! Ty grandma for bringing back such a precious memory of my father to me.. may God bless you and keep you safe..

[@Losiaks1760]

Thank you Gina for another wonderful video. It brings joy to my heart to watch you and hear that beautiful voice. God bless you and your family.

[@mikeramirez1695]

You're wonderful Grandma Gina. Thank you for sharing your recipes and your warm heart

[@listanthenya5392]

Thanks grandma. You bring such joy and I’m so happy as I watch you cook. That’s a dish made with love! God bless your lovely soul.❤

[@heatherkurtz5791]

Just how my grandmother made it for me as a child 🥰🥰🥰such wonderful memories, thank you 😊

[@vsanchez7158]

Grandmas are the best ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@alamzeb4070]

Hmmmm

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Hmmmm

[@melaniesmith1313]

Your grandson looks like you! ❤️

[@SayahRose]

Watching this video reminded me of spending my Sunday afternoons with my grandma Antonucci. Thank you for bringing back all those phenomenal memories I have of my beloved grandma.

[@samuelbugros7870]

This granny put so much love in her cooking that's the seasoning we need to put in our cooking and it's delicious

[@milagrosapplebee3479]

Mama You Are Precious I Love Watching You And Wish I Had You For A Grandma The Love That I See In Your Eyes As You Cook Is A Delight God Bless You 😘

[@sarahsambucini7271]

Could listen to her all day long! Oh, and learning so much from her!!

[@donaldmoore9306]

Absolutely I enjoy watching her always. How are you doing hope you’re fine and staying safe out there.

[@haroldgardner9463]

Less you Grandma Gina you remind me of all my Italian aunts who used to cook some awesome meals! And they were so crazy cutting up and laughing! I miss them so much every day! I really take comfort in watching you cook and singing You are a beautiful soul!❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏😉

[@cianelson6102]

I love watching you Gina like my own personal Grandma cooking and singing so comforting! God bless you💜

[@donaldmoore9306]

She’s just so lovely to watchHow are you doing hope you’re fine and staying safe out there.

[@carlaward1026]

Dear Gina thank you for the recipes. They are not " a little thing". They are great recipes and you always inspire me and we can all feel the love you put in your cooking. I love liver and onions. Mmm.Please, keep sharing your "little things" 🙋‍♀️❤

[@didisinclair3605]

When I was growing up, my mum would just fry the liver.. no onions, or bacon. We'd have it with a squeeze of lemon. All three of us kids loved it! All the other kids I knew HATED liver. I don't know what magic my mum did! Can't wait to make this. Thank you Gina! I just made your incredible focaccia for the 4th time last week!

[@bethlehemeisenhour8352]

I like it cooked with potatoes, or sweet potatoes, in the same pan.

[@reginafarias]

My mom's magic to make us eat liver was called slipper.

[@lucaschiantodipepe2015]

I'm a native Italian and when I was 5/6 yo I had to eat this disgusting recipe. When I grew up, as an adult, now I'm nearly 50 yo, I don't eat this stuff anymore. I'm lucky.

[@kaylaoctober]

@@reginafarias lol lol my sister used to give to our little dog under the table.. she hate it to this day !!!

[@bethlehemeisenhour8352]

@@lisetteboucherfortin4775 I have had it that way too, is also good.

[@safiazouaoui8836]

We love you, too.Thank you so much for the wonderful préparations you share so kindly smith us.

[@lordfrazerirwin990]

What a lovely lady and singing while she cooks too. Puts a whole new meaning to liver and onions. Thank you.

[@michaelestrinone2111]

Thank you so very much for your beautiful singing, for your wonderful cooking !

[@cherylmarshall6874]

🌿💐 Bravo, Bravo Grandma Gina !! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe with me. My son wants me to cook Liver and Onions but I've never made this dish. I knew that your recipe would be the best ! Liver ... Onions... and Love ❤️ God Bless you 🙏 and your family

[@davidsamuel8059]

I love her presentation, thank u mama.

[@xa7467]

God Bless you Gina. May God grant you many years!

[@mariannaoliverio581]

I love her. She reminds me if my mom. What joy she brings.

[@purpleandpeach]

I love you Gina!! I may never meet you but what a blessing you are to my heart (and stomach)!

[@a.j.soleil3955]

Thank you so much for sharing your talent of cooking with us Grandma Gina🤗💖💖You are the best!

[@rosevale3218]

Love that you sing. It shows how happy cooking makes you.❤

[@987tazzie]

My mom cooked liver all the time. I’m not a fan… only difference between your version and my moms is, my mom coated the liver with flour. God bless, Gina! Always a pleasure to watch your videos ♥️

[@terrietackett8964]

Same with my Mother!! 💕

[@theresam567]

Mine too. Hate making it because of the flour, now I won't hesitate. We ate it once a month as kids, never had a problem with anemia (low iron). I'm sure the cast iron frying pans didn't hurt either.

[@maxxam2774]

Italian Nonnas (Nonne in Italian) deserve an UNESCO recognition! 🇮🇹❤️

[@goremmido4837]

God bless you for everything you do teaching me

[@lilianabutu6550]

Mama Gina you’re a blessing for all of us. God bless you! Happy Easter!🙏❤️

[@jakkoben7471]

Love you grandma Gina and love your wonderful food. God bless you always 🙏 ❤

[@darlingusa2pettee57]

I always smile as I'm watching this amazing chef preparing wonderful meals. What a lady! And I always loved liver and onions. I think maybe she has a good butcher she buys from.

[@tomodul2619]

Thank you grandma for educating us.

[@mauricioponde]

Nonna Gina is a awesome person. I discovered and lived her channel. Nice recipes and a happy and familiar way to make Italian food, that I love. God bless her!!

[@paulamartin9618]

Hey! So happy to see you, and learn how to prepare liver and onions. Thank you for sharing! Have a great week! ❤️❤️❤️

[@alpinehouse425]

Lovely presentation and she’s full of happiness and that’s what matters.

[@megkruse8712]

What a peaceful kitchen with Grandma cooking and singing!!

[@mattie1784]

What a sweetheart Grandma is!

[@suewildman3509]

Thank you. It looks fabulous. You are so wonderful and bring a ray of sunshine into my life. Your recipes are so wonderful. Thank you. Thank you. This is one of my favorites. 🌹🌹🌹

[@rochelleb973]

I love liver and onions. Good to see you 🥰

[@carlosgarcia8770]

What a beautiful woman. She enjoyed every moment, of sharing her cooking. GOD Bless.

[@SmutchyBritches]

I LOVE watching her videos. Makes me smile.

[@constanceroma8264]

Looks so good. My mom used to make liver and onion for us as kids. Haven’t had it in years. Your a great cook Gina. God Bless🙏

[@dave6234]

I love your singing, nonna... God bless

[@lou2716]

Gina you make me happy, thank you so much!

[@jingqiuwu5615]

Gracia grandma. I appreciate your simple and yet skillful cooking.

[@ZombieQueen819]

Oh my goodness look how yummy this looks I am actually drooling oh I can’t wait to try this recipe thank you thank you thank you

[@courtneydye6075]

I'm really excited to try this! I bought some beef liver from my local farmer this summer, because I read about how high in iron and other vitamins it is, but didn't really know how to best cook it. Now I have found my perfect recipe! It looks so easy to cook and succulent to eat. Thank you Gina for the great guidance and wisdom. I love you!

[@katc2345]

Use calves liver only. More tender and cooks really fast. You gotta leave a little pink in the liver or else it's overcooked

[@iansmartel5473]

Lambs liver is really good.

[@peggiegreen4420]

My late husband made the best fried liver and onions. He'd rince and pat dry the liver too, but he would dip the liver in eggs first,(scrambled with a little milk) then dip in seasoned flour. It gives the liver a crispy coating on the outside when fried! So yummy with carmalized onions, green beans with bacon, mashed potatoes, and pan gravy from the drippings! And don't forget the butter! Truly not "heart" healthy lol❤️

[@NekoCat86]

Thank you for this recipe, I love liver and onions! My mom passed away in April and liver and onions was one of my favorite things she cooked. Definitely making this soon, I've never tried liver with pepperoncini before. Thank you for inviting us into your kitchen and sharing with us. :)

[@franceskloos1297]

My grandma used to make this all the time, I forgot about it until I saw you making it, I love watching you cook and what a nice touch seeing your grandson sitting down and enjoying it, I ❤️ Your channel, thank you for making the cookbook I have it in my kitchen and it puts a smile on my face.

[@wallykosh6383]

Love watching Gina especially when she sings while cooking.

[@claracapocci5395]

I absolutely love watching you cook and listening to your songs!❤️

[@lindarennie2212]

I just love watching you cook and sing! Not a fan of liver but I love just watching you. My parents came from Abruzzi and they sang when the cooked. I miss hearing it. You bring back a lot of memories with your Italian songs, my parents sang the same ones. Ciao Bella! ❤️❤️❤️

[@nicolesawford5548]

Love you Gina! Love liver and onions! You remind me of my Mother who passed away years ago. She looked and sounded just like you. Your kind heart shows in your cooking. Bravo Gina!

[@ackroid008]

thank you for sharing your charm and your recipe!

[@carmensantiago1208]

Thank you so much. You teach me good. I love your cooking instructions. love you

[@bluebell7250]

OMG!!! The best is back!!! I love Liver and OnionsXXX

[@badiabassou9445]

God bless her, She's absolutely fantastic ❤

[@sarmadnajim4839]

Amazing voice with amazing cooking , thank you for wonderful video , I always learn for her videos , simple and clear

[@gloriasantoro7523]

Blessed Grandma, you always give good hints to make food taste better. The liver really looks delicious and I will add peppers when I make liver again. Yum Yum. Grandson really enjoyed it, lucky to have you. Keep singing, stay healthy, God loves you and so do I. Thank you.

[@rennierad]

I put my device in the kitchen and pull up your video's. It's like having you right next to me, your a fabulous teacher. Sending much love from the Buckeye State. ❤

[@519forestmonk9]

My mother always used to make this for herself, but I would always refuse to eat it LOL. I should give it a try

[@cherylf.4616]

519 Forestmon- lol at you refusing to eat liver and onions, but now thinking you should give it a try! 😆 P.S. it’s never to late to try! 😊 EDIT:

[@519forestmonk9]

@@cherylf.4616 Yes I’m actually quite curious and I might cook it sometime soon. LOL

[@maryjordan6703]

She spreads joy as she cooks can’t wait to try this recipe it looks easy and simple thank u so much u r so precious!!♥️♥️

[@cheryllanham6770]

Thank you for sharing this. I sincerely appreciate you Gina, you have welcomed me into your kitchen and shared your recipes that have brought joy to my life. I hope you and yours are well.

[@sherylsantoro]

One of my favorite dishes! My father always made this for me. Love you so much Gina! You are the most adorable grandma on KZbin!

[@Pepella]

Mio die when she started singing "reginella campagnola" I almost cried... My father used to sing it when I was a kid and you know that familiar feeling of something you kinda forgot but comes up again all of the sudden? Thank you for that!

[@juliandanieljimenezkrause7802]

Beautiful. I love mamma's & nonna's kitchen. I love cooking with joy, singing, bringing back memories from the family. Thank for this beautiful video.

[@prisciladennison3360]

Thank you grandma so much love all your videos!.❤️❤️❤️

[@busby777]

I love liver when it's cooked properly

[@bextar6365]

Gina, when I was a kid in the early 1950s my mother would make kidney stew with beef kidneys. She used celery, potatoes, onions and carrots and let it all simmer in a gravy. Was a tasty meal for seven....would not eat now but it sure tasted good back then.... I doubt if anyone on here ever heard of it ?

[@susandearden3560]

We ate it just as you said. You can’t find kidneys now. Pittsburgh

[@bextar6365]

@@susandearden3560 Susan another favorite back then was a dish called SLUM GULLION you every hear of or have ?? The way things are going in this country we may be going back to those times !

[@wpl8275]

Grandma Gina. You are an excellent cook and a singer. Thanks for the recipe. Grazie.

[@mohammedmir777]

Lovely Grandma your singing ❤ is just as amazing as your cooking. Lots of love and respect from 🇬🇧.

[@bextar6365]

Looks Delish ! My mother always dredged the liver thru flour, another good way to do.... .Sometimes fried with Bacon and Onions both .

[@Jim-nq9el]

Same. I always dredge my liver in flower before pan frying it. I like to caramelize the onions, too, but it takes some time.