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Home » Recipe Type » Soups / Stews » Easy Italian Potato Soup

Easy Italian Potato Soup

By: Rosemary Published: February 16, 2021 Updated on: January 26, 2023

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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!

Table of Contents

  • How to make it
  • What are the best potatoes for soup?
  • Should you peal the potatoes first?
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  • How to make homemade broth
  • Can I add meat to the soup?
  • What to serve with it?
  • What is the best bread to serve with soup?
  • More Delicious Soup Recipes
  • Easy Italian Potato Soup
    • Ingredients  1x2x3x
      • 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
    • Instructions 
    • Nutrition

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.

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    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

    Easy Italian Potato Soup

    Rosemary Molloy
    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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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 45 mins
    Course Lunch, Main Dish
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 320 kcal

    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: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 857mgPotassium: 1354mgFiber: 8gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 3229IUVitamin C: 59mgCalcium: 105mgIron: 3mg
      Keyword Italian potato soup, potato soup, vegetarian potato soup
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        1. Deborah Pike says

          January 26, 2023 at 8:50 pm

          5 stars
          I made this soup, it was a HIT! MY Italian hubby loves it too. It looked just like the picture and was amazing! I am making it again this weekend with Italian Sausage at my hubs request, can’t wait!!

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          • Rosemary says

            January 27, 2023 at 10:35 am

            Hi Deborah, thanks so much, so glad you both enjoyed it. I bet it will be delicious with sausage. Take care and have a great weekend!

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        2. 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!

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          • Rosemary says

            March 23, 2022 at 8:52 pm

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

            Reply
        3. 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
        4. 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.

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          • Rosemary says

            February 2, 2022 at 7:48 pm

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

            Reply
        5. Marlene says

          January 23, 2022 at 3:00 pm

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

          Reply
        6. 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
        7. 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
        8. 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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