20 Italian Soup Recipes We Absolutely Can't Resist (2024)

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20 Italian Soup Recipes We Absolutely Can't Resist (1)Erica YoungUpdated: Nov. 02, 2023

    From minestrone and Italian wedding soup to pasta fa*gioli...we can't get enough! These classic Italian soup recipes will fill your belly and warm you right up.

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    Contest-Winning Easy Minestrone

    This minestrone soup recipe is special to me because it’s one of the few dinners my entire family loves. And I can feel good about serving it because it’s full of nutrition and low in fat. —Lauren Brennan, Hood River, Oregon

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    Ribollita

    Ribollita, also known as bread soup, is a hearty and flavorful Italian dish that uses up stale bread. If you'd like the bread to have more texture, toast it before stirring it into the soup. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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    Basil Tomato Soup with Orzo

    The soup is so scrumptious that it is worth the time it takes to cut up the fresh basil. I believe it is even better the next day, after the flavors have had a chance to blend in the refrigerator overnight.—Tonia Billbe, Elmira, New York

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    Quick Ravioli & Spinach Soup

    I love my Italian American traditions, but I never had time to make a classic Italian wedding soup. So I created this shortcut version with ravioli. —Cynthia Bent, Newark, Delaware

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    Ravioli Soup

    We adore pasta, so I used it as the inspiration for this soup. The meaty tomato base pairs perfectly with the cheesy ravioli pillows. —Shelley Way, Cheyenne, Wyoming

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    Italian Wedding Soup

    Even in our hot Florida weather, this soup always satisfies! I add cooked pasta at the end of the simmering time to keep it from getting mushy. —Nancy Ducharme, Deltona, Florida

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    Hearty Pasta fa*gioli

    Here's a convenient spin on a classic Italian favorite. Spaghetti sauce and canned broth form the flavorful base. —Cindy Garland, Limestone, Tennessee

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    Italian Sausage Kale Soup

    My mom dehydrates the last pick of tomatoes from her garden each fall—perfect for quick soups like this one. When I have time to prepare dried beans, I do—but don't worry if you don't. Canned beans are just as good. —Lori Terry, Chicago, Illinois

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    Italian Zucchini Soup

    This Italian zucchini soup recipe was given to me by my neighbor. Nice and simple, it's a good way to use a lot of your zucchini and other garden vegetables. It freezes well and is great to have on hand on a cold winter day. —Clara Mae Chambers, Superior, Nebraska

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    Chicken Gnocchi Pesto Soup

    After tasting a similar soup at a restaurant, I created this quick and tasty version. It’s rich and creamy, and couldn’t be easier to make! —Deanna Smith, Des Moines, Iowa

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    Lasagna Soup in the Slow Cooker

    Every fall and winter, our staff has a soup rotation. I have modified this recipe so I can prep it the night before and put it in the slow cooker in the morning. My colleagues love it! —Sharon Gerst, North Liberty, Iowa

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    One-Pot Spinach Beef Soup

    My idea of a winning weeknight meal is this beefy soup simmering in one big pot. Grate some Parmesan and pass the saltines. —Julie Davis, Jacksonville, Florida

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    Potato, Sausage & Kale Soup

    I let my young son pick out seed packets and he chose kale, which grew like crazy. This hearty soup helped make good use of it and rivals the Olive Garden's Zuppa Toscana. —Michelle Babbie, Malone, New York

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    Chicken & Spinach Tortellini Soup

    Shredded rotisserie chicken is complemented by fresh green spinach and cheese tortellini in this quick-to-fix soup. It makes a great starter or a light meal with a salad and crusty bread. —Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida

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    Italian-Style Lentil Soup

    I cook with lentils often because they're a nutritious, inexpensive source of protein. This low-fat soup is one of my favorite ways to use them. To make it even heartier, add ground beef, cooked sausage or leftover cubed chicken. —Rachel Keller, Roanoke, Virginia

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    Pizza Soup

    This family favorite is done in no time at all. I like to serve it with a crusty bread or garlic bread, and I'll sometimes use bacon or salami instead of pepperoni (just like a pizza!).—Janet Beldman, London, Ontario

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    Italian Sausage Orzo Soup

    I always look for recipes high in taste and nutrition but low on prep time and fat. This thick, chunky soup fills the bill and is such a family favorite that I serve it at least once a month! —Deborah Redfield, Buena Park, California

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    Seafood Soup

    Salmon, shrimp and loads of chopped veggies make this chowder a hearty, herby meal-in-a-bowl. It's just the perfect homemade fish soup. —Valerie Bradley, Beaverton, Oregon

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    FAQs

    What is the most famous soup in Italy? ›

    Minestrone is a classic Italian soup known worldwide as one of the best Italian soups. It's got a flavorful broth and a variety of slow-cooked vegetables like potatoes, peas, and carrots. Adding Italian sausage gives it a kick of flavor and a shot of protein, so it's a complete meal all by itself.

    What is the national soup of Italy? ›

    Minestrone Soup - National Soup of Italy.

    What soup is not cooked? ›

    Cold soups
    NameOrigin country
    GazpachoSpain
    NaengmyeonKorea
    NaenggukKorea
    OkroshkaRussia
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    What is the No 1 soup in the world? ›

    According to the Taste Atlas Awards, the international food database, the Filipino favorite, Sinigang, is hailed as the best soup in the world.

    What are the 3 most popular foods in Italy? ›

    When it comes to food and drink, few can top Italy's stellar reputation. Ask anyone to name their favourite dishes and you can guarantee things like pizza, pasta and gelato soon come tripping off the tongue.

    What's the name of some Italian soups? ›

    There are many easy Italian soup recipes that you can try at home, such as tortellini soup, minestrone soup, pasta e fa*gioli, and Italian wedding soup. Here is a brief summary of each one: - Tortellini soup: This creamy soup is made with Italian sausage, kale, and cheese-filled tortellini in a flavorful broth.

    Do they eat wedding soup in Italy? ›

    Upon a quick Google search, you'll learn Italian Wedding Soup is not a soup traditionally served at Italian weddings at all (bummer), but yet another Italian American twist on a classic—Minestra Maritata.

    What is the unhealthiest soup? ›

    The 5 Worst Soups for Weight Loss (and 5 to Try Instead)
    • Clam chowder. Anything with the word "chowder" in it is probably going to be high in cream, fat, and calories. ...
    • Potato soup. ...
    • Lobster bisque. ...
    • Chili. ...
    • Broccoli and cheese soup. ...
    • Mushroom and barley soup. ...
    • Lumberjackie soup. ...
    • Chilled soups.
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    What is a soup that never ends? ›

    A perpetual stew, also known as forever soup, hunter's pot, or hunter's stew, is a pot into which foodstuffs are placed and cooked, continuously.

    What is the oldest soup? ›

    In Krung Thep Maha Nakhon (Bangkok), there is an award-winning restaurant called Wattana Panich, where you can order and then eat a beef and goat soup that is 49 years old.

    What is the secret ingredient in soup? ›

    It may sound a bit strange and unusual for some, but vinegar is a common ingredient in some soup recipes, and there is a good reason for it. If you think about it, vinegar is really a flavor-enhancer (umami). That's why it is so often used in cooking, sauces, and salad dressings. The same is true with soups.

    What is the secret to soup? ›

    7 Tips for Successful Soup Making
    • Use a Sturdy Pot. It is worth investing in a heavy pot with a thick bottom to use for making soup. ...
    • Sauté the Aromatics. ...
    • Start with Good Broth. ...
    • Cut Vegetables to the Right Size. ...
    • Stagger the Addition of Vegetables. ...
    • Keep Liquid at a Simmer. ...
    • Season Just Before Serving.
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    What gives soup the best flavor? ›

    Herbs and spices add aroma, flavor, and intensity to soup broth. "Use fresh or dried basil in tomato-based recipes or fresh parsley to add freshness to clear broth soups," says Sofia Norton, RD. You can also go with more heat and spices.

    What is the most sold food in Italy? ›

    Pizza. Besides pasta, pizza is perhaps the most popular and recognized Italian food. Pizza is considered a national symbol representing Italy to the rest of the world, so much so that UNESCO has acknowledged pizza as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

    Do they eat zuppa Toscana in Italy? ›

    Zuppa toscana ( lit. 'Tuscan soup'), also known in Italy as minestra di pane ( lit. 'bread soup'), is a soup from the region of Tuscany, northern Italy. While there are many variations of zuppa toscana, its classic ingredients are cannellini beans, potatoes, and kale.

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