# German Sunday potato soup

**Language:** German  
**CEFR Level:** A1  

> Master German culinary vocabulary by listening to Jonas and Hannah's conversation about the secrets to cooking a perfect Sunday potato soup. It may feel challenging at first, but by the end of this course you will be able to fully understand and participate.

**Setting:** Jonas and Hannah are hanging out in Hannah's cozy apartment kitchen in Munich-Giesing on a quiet Sunday afternoon. Together, they are trying to cook a comforting, traditional potato soup while sharing their own regional cooking tips and dealing with Sunday store closures.

## Lessons

### 1. Saying what you do not have

Jonas and Hannah prepare to make potato soup, but Hannah realizes she has no bread left.

### 2. Talking about closed shops

Hannah points out that the shops are closed on Sunday, but Jonas offers a solution by reminding her that he is a baker.

### 3. Asking how much you need

Jonas promises that baking bread is quick, so they decide to start the soup, and Jonas asks about the quantity of potatoes needed.

### 4. Expressing your food preferences

Hannah estimates how many potatoes they need, and she and Jonas discuss their love for onions and soup greens.

### 5. Asking about food ingredients

Jonas asks Hannah to explain what "Suppengrün" is, and she lists the vegetables that make up the mix.

### 6. Locating items in the kitchen

Hannah tells Jonas where to find the soup greens in the fridge, and Jonas suggests adding sausages to their potato soup.

### 7. Comparing how you prepare food

Jonas and Hannah compare how potato soup is made in their respective hometowns, and Hannah suggests a surprising ingredient.

### 8. Giving simple cooking instructions

Hannah explains why she adds vinegar to the soup and asks Jonas to start cutting the potatoes.

### 9. Coordinating kitchen tasks

Jonas and Hannah coordinate their cooking as Jonas checks on the boiling water and notes that his bread is almost ready.

### 10. Complimenting food and smells

Hannah compliments the wonderful smell in the kitchen, and Jonas shares his love for fresh Sunday bread.

### 11. Asking about cooking time

Jonas asks Hannah how much longer the soup needs to boil before deciding to quickly fetch the bread.

### 12. Tasting and seasoning food

Hannah tastes the soup to check on its progress and tells Jonas that it needs a bit more salt.

### 13. Passing items at the table

Jonas passes the salt to Hannah, who declares that the dish is now perfect.

### 14. Expressing hunger

Jonas suggests that it is finally time to start eating, and Hannah eagerly agrees, saying she is very hungry.