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Easy Italian Potato Soup

Last Updated July 3, 2021. Published February 16, 2021 By Rosemary 13 Comments

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This Easy Italian Potato Soup is a simple Soup Recipe. So easy and quick to make. Perfect anytime, lunch or dinner. Make it vegetarian/vegan or add some sliced Italian Sausage or Pancetta if you prefer. So good either way!

soup in the pot and some in a bowl with a cheese crisp

These days I have been making more soup than pasta. It’s actually pretty chilly here in Italy so a hot bowl of soup is exactly what you need. This Potato Soup was something I used to make a lot when the kids were little and I thought why not make a pot? So glad I did!

How to make it

In a large pot add the oil and chopped carrot, celery and onion.

chopped vegetables on a wooden board and in the pot with olive oil

Cook until the onion is transparent stirring often so the veggies don’t burn.

vegetables in a black pot cooked until onion is transparent

Add the potatoes, tomatoes and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover the pot and simmer for about 20 minutes, uncover and cook for about 5-10 minutes, until the potatoes are tender. Serve topped with freshly chopped parsley and or freshly grated parmesan cheese.

remaining ingredients added to the vegetables and cooked until potatoes are tender in a black pot

What are the best potatoes for soup?

The best potatoes for soup should be low in starch and high moisture which means they will hold together better and won’t fall apart when boiled. Potatoes such as Anya, Charlotte, Red Potatoes and Royal Blue to name a few are perfect for boiling or even using in a salad. A medium starch potato such as Yukon Gold will also hold it’s shape in soups.

Should you peal the potatoes first?

It’s up to you, leaving the skin on the potato can give you a different texture and flavour in the soup. I usually peel but it doesn’t matter.

up close potato soup

How to make homemade broth

In a large pot add a few pieces of meat or chicken (bone in is also a good idea) or as I did for this recipe I used only vegetables, a carrot and an onion peeled and cut in half, a celery stalk cut in two, a bay leaf, 2-3 pepper corns, 1/4-1/2 teaspoon of salt and 12 cups of water. Bring it to a boil then lower the heat and simmer for about three hours. Stir occasionally and remove any foam that appears on the top of the broth. Pour the broth through a sieve, and let the liquid cool before using.

Any unused broth can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for 4-5 days. It can also be frozen in freezer safe containers and will keep for up to 6 months.

If you prefer you can always use store bought broth, just be careful about adding the salt, store bought can be very salty. It would be best to make the soup and taste for salt after it is cooked.

Can I add meat to the soup?

I kept this soup meat free because I think we eat too much meat, but if you want you can add some cut up Italian sausages, pancetta or even small cubes of stewing beef. Be sure to add the meat to brown with the vegetables at the start.

potato soup in the black pot

What to serve with it?

In Italy sometimes soup is served as the “primo piatto” or first plate, then a meat or fish dish is served after. In this case I think a light Frittata would be the perfect accompaniment. If you are looking to serve this Hearty Potato Soup as a main meal then a delicious chunky Bread or Focaccia.

What is the best bread to serve with soup?

Anything from an Italian Bread, or a No Yeast Bread,  how about a tasty Beer Bread or even this delicious Sour Dough Bread. Or keep it simple with crackers or cheese crisps.

More Delicious Soup Recipes

  • Italian Lentil Soup
  • Easy Italian Fish Soup
  • Hearty Chickpea Soup

So if you are looking for a new soup recipe to try then I hope you give this Homemade Hearty Potato Soup a try and let me know what you think! Buon Appetito.

potato soup in a bowl

soup in the pot and some in a bowl with a cheese crisp
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Easy Italian Potato Soup

This Easy Italian Potato Soup is a simple Soup Recipe. So easy and quick to make. Perfect anytime, lunch or dinner. So good!
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Course Lunch, Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Diet Vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320kcal
Author Rosemary Molloy

Ingredients

  • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup carrot (chopped) (64 grams)
  • ⅓ cup celery (chopped) (35 grams)
  • ⅓ cup onion (minced) (43 grams)
  • 4½ cups potatoes (medium cubed) (595 grams)
  • ¾ cup canned pelati tomatoes (chopped) (200 grams)
  • 3 cups vegetable broth (735 grams)
  • 1-2 dashes hot pepper flakes or black pepper (if desired)
  • salt*
  • ½-1 teaspoon oregano
  • ½-1 teaspoon basil

This all depends on if you use homemade broth or store bought, I find store bought very salty so I don't add salt. Taste the soup when almost done then adjust for salt.

    EXTRAS

    • 3-4 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
    • 1-2 teaspoons freshly chopped parsley

    Instructions

    • In a large pot add the oil and chopped carrot, celery and onion. Cook on medium heat until the onion is transparent about 3 minutes stirring often so the veggies don't burn.
    • Add the potatoes, tomatoes, vegetable broth and spices, mix to combine. Bring to a boil then reduce heat. Cover the pot and simmer for about 20 minutes, uncover and cook for about 5-10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender. Serve immediately topped with freshly chopped parsley and or freshly grated parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 857mg | Potassium: 1354mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 3229IU | Vitamin C: 59mg | Calcium: 105mg | Iron: 3mg
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      1. Leslie says

        March 21, 2022 at 3:28 pm

        5 stars
        Delicious and so easy! I had leftover potatoes and was wondering what to do with them… Thank you for a great recipe!

        Reply
        • Rosemary says

          March 23, 2022 at 8:52 pm

          Hi Leslie, thanks so much, so glad you liked it. Take care.

          Reply
      2. Sonny says

        March 2, 2022 at 4:42 pm

        5 stars
        We like strong flavors, so I used the full teaspoons of oregano & basil.
        Also, I was out of both homemade and store bought vegetable broth, so, chicken was substituted.
        I also doubled-up on the recipe as the Pelati tomatoes came in a 800g tin vs. the 200g required; for us, the Pelati tomatoes are the star ingredient here. (Upon opening the can, its aroma and heartiness demand its immediate use in another tomato based dish)
        Truly, this is an ‘easy,’ comforting soup.

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        • Rosemary says

          March 4, 2022 at 5:47 pm

          Hi Sonny, thanks so much, sounds delicious. Take care.

          Reply
      3. Phil says

        February 1, 2022 at 12:08 pm

        5 stars
        I use an instant pot slow cooker setting. Saute onion first for flavour.the rest follows. Hope all is good in Italy. I would love to visit again.

        Reply
        • Rosemary says

          February 2, 2022 at 7:48 pm

          Hi Phil, thanks glad you enjoy it. Yes all good. 🙂

          Reply
      4. Marlene says

        January 23, 2022 at 3:00 pm

        5 stars
        Love the soup recipes. Would love to see more emailed to me.

        Reply
      5. Lucy says

        December 13, 2021 at 5:47 pm

        5 stars
        This soup was delicious . Even got my kids to eat vegetables : ) thank you

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        • Rosemary says

          December 13, 2021 at 7:05 pm

          Hi Lucy, thanks so much, so glad your kids enjoyed it also. Have a great week.

          Reply
      6. Peter T Gleeson says

        November 27, 2021 at 4:08 am

        5 stars
        Made this as you outlined and added a nice hot chili. At same time I baked a loaf of bread. Wonderful carb overload for lunch and the house smells magnificent. I might add, it is almost Summer here but I would eat this at any time of the year. Thanks

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        • Rosemary says

          November 29, 2021 at 7:48 pm

          Hi Peter, thanks so much, so glad you enjoyed it, even if it is the summer where you are! Nothing like carbs. Have a great week.

          Reply
      7. Lisa says

        February 23, 2021 at 1:31 am

        5 stars
        This was hands down the best soup I have ever had I had some sweet peppers so added a couple in instead of pepper flakes. Such clear instructions and easy to make. Thank you for another great recipe

        Reply
        • Rosemary says

          February 24, 2021 at 7:30 pm

          Hi Lisa, thanks so much, so glad you enjoyed it and yes good idea adding some peppers. Take care.

          Reply

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