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<p>In the pages of <a href="/Books/BookCard?id=electrician-seamstress">The Electrician and the Seamstress</a>, we delve into the wartime culinary chronicles of Karla as she navigates the challenges of rationing. Potato Soup, accompanied by rustic rolls, emerged as a staple dinner on Karla's familial table, reflecting the resourcefulness demanded by the scarcity of food during the war.</p><p>Karla and her husband, Bruno despised the Nazis and the ideology they forced on the German citizens. Within this historical tapestry, Karla's life took an unexpected turn under the shadow of the Nazis. Forced into roles far removed from her musical passion, she found solace in singing and playing the piano, endeavors that brimmed with immense joy. Determined to preserve her inner light, she resisted allowing the Nazis to strip away the very source of her happiness.</p><p>The oppressive forces compelled Karla into the duties of a translator and a seamstress. The latter role, however, carried a poignant weight as she grappled with the task of mending uniforms worn by deceased soldiers, repurposed in a grim recycling effort orchestrated by the Nazis. In this narrative, the act of sewing became not just a practical skill but a connection to the stories and sacrifices woven into the fabric of wartime existence. Karla's resilience shines through as she confronted adversity, finding strength in her music and sewing to endure the challenges imposed upon her by a tumultuous era.</p> Author's Note

<p>Born in the heart of traditional home cooking, this Rustic Potato Soup is a testament to the simplicity and nourishment that defines comfort food. With roots stretching back to the humble kitchens of the countryside, this recipe tells a story of warmth, sustenance, and the magic of combining simple ingredients.</p><p>This Rustic Potato Soup isn't just a recipe; it's a narrative of comfort, a reminder of the warmth that simple, nourishing food brings to our tables and our lives. It's a dish that speaks of home, of the love of cooking, and of the timeless joy of sharing a meal made with care.</p><p>Considered International, this soup's composition and simplicity suggest a strong influence from European, particularly Northern and Eastern European, culinary traditions.</p> Can be enjoyed along side Karla's <a href="/b?id=3c924037-b8e7-4a56-ace3-f8bdce92186e">Dinner Rolls</a> Overview of Recipe

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Appetizer - Starters and small dishes Beverage - A drinkable liquid, excluding water Bread - Various types of bread, including loaves, rolls, and flatbreads Breakfast - The first meal of the day, usually eaten in the morning Brunch - A late morning meal eaten instead of breakfast and lunch Dessert - Sweet course that concludes a meal Dinner - Last meal of the day Lunch - A meal typically eaten in the early afternoon Salad - Dish consisting of mixed ingredients Sauces - Used as aprt of other dishes and an ingredient or as an added flavor Side Dish - A secondary dish served alongside the main course Snack - A small portion of food eaten between meals Soup - A liquid dish, typically savory and served warm Undefined - This meal category has not yet been defined Recipe Category

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