17 Comforting Potato Soup Ideas to Get You Through Fall and Winter
It doesn't get better than a bowl of creamy potato soup.
Your search for the best homemade easy potato soup recipe is over! Here you'll find tried-and-true versions of baked potato soup, ham and potato soup, cheesy potato soup, and much more. So take a break from canned soup and try these cozy and easy potato soups you can DIY instead.
Scalloped Potato and Ham Soup
Scalloped spuds are no longer just for casserole recipes. Translate the same cozy, cheesy flavors into this ham and potato soup that comes together in a Dutch oven in just 35 minutes. Crunchy panko breadcrumbs offer a similar crispy topping to the one you know and love from the baked, cheesy potato dish.
Baked Potato Soup
Chances are you've fallen in love with a loaded baked potato soup at a restaurant. But why only indulge when you dine out? With its cozy, layered flavors, you'll probably be surprised about how easy it is to make the soup at home with this homemade potato soup recipe with bacon.
Creamy Potato Soup
This cheesy potato soup can be served as a cozy sit-down starter to a multicourse meal. Or for a midday option, serve it alongside a healthy sandwich recipe at lunch. PS: To make this recipe into a potato-leek soup, simply use those aromatic veggies instead of onions.
Broccoli-Potato Soup with Greens
For another kind of loaded potato soup, why not fill the bowl with some superfoods? Broccoli and dark leafy greens join the party alongside plenty of potatoes, cheese, and milk. You'll love the brightness and nutrients those sturdy cold-weather veggies bring to this crazy-quick (13 minutes quick!) broccoli-potato soup recipe.
Creamy Potato and Asparagus Soup
Looking for easy potato soup recipes that can be made in 30 minutes or less? Try this uber-creamy one that's lusciously rich thanks to a can of evaporated milk and a whirl in a blender. Asparagus adds fresh springtime appeal and, of course, you can't beat finishing it off with a little bacon!
Sausage, Potato, White Bean, and Kale Soup
In just 35 minutes, you can have an easy potato soup that tastes like you fussed over it all day. The key lies in caramelizing the sausage first, then the pork drippings can infuse the vegetables and spuds with ample amounts of salty, savory flavors. Along with that sausage, buttery cannellini beans and Yukon gold potatoes make it all super-satisfying.
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Chicken Potato Chowder
Chicken noodle soup meets a homemade potato soup recipe with bacon with irresistible results in this big-batch (14 cups!) chowder. At its base, this soup features the classic combination of sautéed carrots, onions, and celery. To complete the stick-to-your-ribs recipe, finish with half-and-half—and bacon, since everything is better with it!
Shamrock Smoky Cheese and Potato Soup
This vegetarian soup recipe was inspired by the creamy goodness of Irish potato soup. While traditional Irish renditions don't often include cheese, we couldn't resist stirring in a little smoked cheddar to heighten the richness and flavor. The pesto-topped toast (shape as a shamrock or just serve by the slice) is the perfect crunchy crown for this cheesy potato soup!
Lemon-Potato Soup with Kale and Feta
Kale is loaded with vitamins A and C, and offers protein and fiber. Above all, it adds vibrant color and a pleasant earthy element to this easy potato soup recipe. But the real star, besides the potatoes, of course, is the cheese, according to BHG fans. "Very lemony and I love the feta!" one reviewer said.
Spicy Chicken-Corn Chowder
"I have been making this for years for my hubby and son. They absolutely love this chowder," says one BHG home cook. That's because the one-pot potato soup recipe is loaded, all right—including with a few unexpected ingredients. Bacon, corn, bell peppers, and chile peppers make this a unique twist on a loaded baked potato soup recipe.
Cream of Potato Soup
It doesn't get more classic than a bowl of cream of potato soup. Once you've made the soup, get creative with our list of topping ideas. As one BHG home cook raves, "Amazing and easy potato soup."
Roasted Potato and Garlic Soup
Tony Glaser
Don't skip the homemade crouton topper. It adds the perfect crunch to each bite of creamy potato soup.
Purple Potato Soup
As striking as this bowl of potato soup is, it tastes even better! Fresh herbs, garlic, and onion cooked in butter makes a flavorful foundation while a swirl of sour cream is the perfect finishing touch. If you can't find purple potatoes, Yukon gold potatoes work well too.
Related: How to Make Potato Soup + Our Guide to the Best Potatoes for Soup
New Potato-Chicken Soup
This creamy potato soup recipe is filled with bold flavor. Some of it comes from crumbled goat cheese and fresh thyme. The rest is coaxed out of caramelized shallots, spring onions, and shelled English peas.
Kohlrabi, Potato, and Leek Soup
This vegan potato soup recipe gets creaminess from blending russet potatoes and earthy kohlrabi. Add crunch with a garlicky roasted chickpea topper.
Smashed Potato Chowder
Potato chowder this thicker and heartier than traditional potato soup. Here we've added favorite baked potato flavors with bacon, sour cream, cheddar cheese, and sliced green onions.
Tater Soup
This creamy potato soup recipe is a weeknight win. With just 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cook time, you can sit down to a comforting bowl of veggie-filled soup. For added creaminess, try stirring in a little extra milk just before serving.
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