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In a partnership with the National Museum of Civil War Medicine, the episode explores the historical context behind this unusual dish. Bread pudding may seem out of place on the list of soldier's meals, yet it symbolized a comforting option for soldiers battling afflictions like wounds or dysentery. Through a modern lens, this recipe serves not only as a culinary curiosity but a peek into the intriguing world of Civil War hospital food.