Bread Recipes To Serve With Soup

Cozy fall soup and bread pairings match our favorite soups to easy breads, rolls, and biscuits for the most comforting meals ever.

I live for cozy fall nights, a bowl of soup, and a homemade bread, biscuit, or roll alongside it. Life doesn’t get any better and dinner doesn’t get any easier. I’ve collected a few perfect soup and bread pairings to inspire you, but don’t be afraid to mix and match!

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It’s not an exact science, but I usually try to stay within a theme when I match a soup to a bread. That theme could be a type of cuisine, like pairing my German potato and brat soup with a beer bread. Or it could be an ingredient that connects my pairing, like serving cornmeal biscuits or cornbread with my Native American three sisters soup. Sometimes it’s just a matter of practicality ~ if I’ve spent a lot of time on my Beef Barley Soup I might want to rely on something quick and easy on the side, like maybe an Irish Soda Bread.

Side Dishes For Soup

A Native American soup made with corn, squash and beans is quintessential fall fare. Make it vegan or add chicken for even more protein. We love it with cornmeal biscuits, of course.

This Nordic classic is a regular in our house, and so many of you love it too. We make it a meal with caraway rolls and there are never any leftovers.

Corn chowder is possibly my favorite soup, I’ve been making it since college days and I love it all year round. Pumpkin cornbread muffins are the best companion for fall.

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A classic Italian soup demands a classic Italian bread, and this white bean and sausage soup feels right at home with my easy no knead focaccia.

Beef barley soup has been comforting me since I was a kid, but back then it was from a can! My homemade version is incredible, but even better with a thick slice of warm Irish soda bread.

Opposites attract and this old saw holds true for soup and bread pairings, too! Mushroom and Brie soup is ultra luxe, so I serve it with homey 3 ingredient biscuits for a perfect marriage.

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Split pea soup with ham is hearty enough to be a meal on its own, but don’t let that stop you from serving it with a rustic Dutch oven bread. You can toast the leftovers for tomorrow’s breakfast.

Homey stuffed pepper soup is a family fave, and it goes so well with old fashioned anadama rolls. Cornmeal and a touch of molasses make them super delish.

Hey there ~ I'm Sue. I love to make delicious food, photograph it, and write about it, but mostly, I just love to EAT. Isn’t that what it’s all about? My recipes are creative, vibrant, and totally approachable no matter what your skill level. Let's grab a bite together!Here are all the very best sides for soup! Serve these easy side dish recipes with anything from potato soup to minestrone.

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Soups are one of the easiest ways to get dinner on the table. But how to make it into a meal? It can be difficult to find just the right side dishes to compliment the meal and make it healthy yet satisfying. Don’t worry: we’re here to help!

Here’s a list of our top favorite sides for soup. Each side dish is pretty versatile, and works for anything from loaded potato soup to an Italian minestrone. There are lots of crisp green salads full of nutrients, and tasty and filling breads to make for a hearty meal. Ready to get started?

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First up in our sides for soup: garlic bread! This delectable side dish is a total treat food that goes perfectly with soup. It’s got just the right savory, garlicky flavor. It’s tender on the inside, and crunchy on top from broiling it with Parmesan cheese. Somehow, it’s only got less butter than most garlic bread recipes, so it’s a lighter spin on the classic. But most of all: it’s damn good.

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Another great side to serve with soup: arugula salad! This one is quite possibly the easiest salad you’ll make. You don’t even have to make a salad dressing! In 5 to 10 minutes, you’ve got an elegant salad that goes with literally everything. Dress baby arugula simply with olive oil and lemon juice, then add Parmesan shavings and thinly sliced shallots. Done! Simple, understated, and oh so good.

Got a pot of potato soup going? Make up a batch of biscuits to go with it! Biscuits are right up there at the top of the cozy comfort food list. And these particular biscuits are 

Most tender, flaky, comforting homemade biscuits you’ll find. (We think, at least!) And they’re always a huge hit with guests. They're great with loaded potato soup.

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Another favorite side for soup: spinach apple salad! No one will believe it took minutes to put together. Start with a bed of greens and add crisp apple and pear. Our best balsamic dressing covers it in tangy sweet goodness. And the best part? Crunchy maple-glazed walnuts (or glazed pecans)! Just a few minutes in a hot skillet with maple syrup makes the nuts come out shiny and lightly sweet.

A homemade crusty bread is one of the best sides to serve with soup! And this one is a stunner. This one is a no knead bread, where you can mix up a batch and throw it in the refrigerator for a few hours or for up to 2 weeks! Then you shape and bake it the day you want to eat it. This multigrain bread features tasty mix-ins like oatmeal, sunflower seeds, and quinoa. Other bread recipes we love: Easy Cornbread, Best Sourdough Bread or Artisan Dutch Oven Bread.

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This tossed salad goes with just about anything, including soup! It features colorful veggies like radishes, cucumber, and carrot, leafy greens, and sunflower seeds for a crunch. Add Homemade Croutons and top with any of our best salad dressings. Pick from Creamy Avocado,  Best Balsamic,  Homemade Ranch,  or Blue Cheese.

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Here's a fantastic side salad to serve with soup! Here Brussels sprouts are served raw, sliced into feathery shreds that taste mild and sweet! They make the most delightful salad that makes you feel like you're getting healthier with every bite. The spouts are mixed with crisp apple and tart pomegranate seeds, and covered in a tangy vinaigrette.

Here's a great side for soup: popovers! What’s a popover? A popover is kind of like a dinner roll, but on the inside it’s custardy and filled with air! The name comes from literally “popping over” the sides of the pan. And the recipe is easy to memorize: we’ve memorized it so that we can whip them up while we have soup simmering on the stove.

This cabbage salad features Savoy cabbage, a variety with a mild, sweeter flavor than standard green cabbage. The leaves are crinkled and when thinly sliced, they look beautifully frizzy. Here it's combined with crisp apples and crunchy walnuts, then topped with sliced Parmesan cheese. It's got just the right vibe to go with a cozy soup!

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Last up in our sides for soup: kale caesar salad! Topped with a creamy homemade Caesar dressing and crispy cornbread croutons, this kale Caesar salad recipe is one salad you won’t want to stop eating! And the crispy cornbread croutons — well, let’s just say not too many made it onto our salad. Use our Vegan Cornbread or Best Homemade Cornbread: and you can also serve leftovers as a bonus side dish!

This homemade garlic bread is the best side for soup! It’s crunchy on top, chewy on the inside, and full of flavor.There are few things as comforting as a bowl of warm soup and homemade bread. These cozy comfort food combinations can soothe both the body and the soul at once.

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While there are many favored “classic” soup and bread pairings, the possibilities really are endless. So, we’ve chosen some of the best combinations of our favorite bread recipes with soups from a few of our baking friends that we think you should try! Elevate an elegant gathering or a simple weeknight meal with one of these 10 bread and soup pairings, perfect for any occasion.

Creamy Tomato Soup With Cheese Toasties Recipe

When you want all the classic flavors but are short on time, these two easy and delicious recipes are a garlic-and-herb match made in heaven. A simple dough and rotisserie chicken cut hours off your cooking time, and who doesn’t love the fun shape of garlic knots?

Is there anything better than that first bite of crispy, chewy bread covered in warm, savory broth? The best part is you can make this French bread as crispy as you like – just brush with water during baking. The combination of crispy bread and tender caramelized onions has us drooling already.

Choice! The soft-on-the-inside, crusty-on-the-outside texture holds up well, especially for a thick and hearty soup like this minestrone. A bread bowl full of colorful vegetables, the perfect blend of spices and rich texture? Sign us up!

French Onion Soup

The mild sourdough tang is just right for this velvety smooth tomato soup – and it’s easy to create with one revolutionary