If you come across this $2.79 ALDI treasure, be sure to grab a couple!

2025-03-25 19:39:12

ALDI enthusiasts are known to "stockpile" these canned soups.

Outside view of an ALDI store — Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock Images

We all have a go-to convenience food that makes us feel like kitchen heros. Frozen wontons and dumplings top my list, but for many people, ALDI's Deutsche Küche German soups take the cake. After someone in this Reddit thread described "hoarding them" when they were in stock, and another even saying that her husband thought she made it from scratch, I knew I had to try it.

Having a go-to, hassle-free meal option stashed away in my pantry is always a win, and after trying these, I can only wish I had purchased more cans. (This is particularly surprising coming from someone who has never been a fan of canned soups.) These German soups, imported and packed with flavor, have developed quite the fanbase, and I can see why. Priced at $2.79 for a 28-ounce can, they're filling, delicious, and a significant upgrade from the typical canned soup offerings.

Reasons I Adore ALDI's Deutsche Küche German Soups

In the realm of fast meals, I've sampled nearly every "gourmet" canned soup available, yet nothing compares to the warmth of homemade soup. I won't sugarcoat it—the Deutsche Küche soups don't quite have that homemade flavor, but they somehow manage to capture a comforting, home-cooked essence that many other canned options lack. The lentil and chickpea soup, in particular, has swiftly become one of my top picks.

The blend of soft lentils and chickpeas simmered in a gently sweet broth results in a filling, nourishing, and delightful dish. The natural sweetness from apricots and raisins adds a cozy touch, perfectly complementing the rich flavors of the legumes.

The Harvest Potato soup deserves its own praise. While it can't compare to the potato soup my mom used to make, it's creamy and comforting with nuanced undercurrents of leek that make it a worthy contender for a weeknight staple. While both soups are good, I'll reach for the lentil and chickpea more often, especially when I want something that feels both nourishing and special. These soups are reliable pantry staples that doesn't taste like a compromise.

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If you come across this $2.79 ALDI treasure, be sure to grab a couple!

ALDI enthusiasts are known to "stockpile" these canned soups.

Reasons I Adore ALDI's Deutsche Küche German Soups

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