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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

Making Instant Pot mashed potatoes is life changing and couldn't he easier!  Perfect for the upcoming holidays or any day!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Time to pressure 8 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 231kcal
Author Leigh Anne Wilkes

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs. potatoes peeled and cubed (russets, red or Yukon Gold)
  • 2 tsp salt divided
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup butter cubed
  • 1/4 cup milk warm. can also use whipping cream or half and half
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 - 1 tsp garlic powder optional
  • chives for garnish
  • butter for garnish

Instructions

  • Place peeled and cube potatoes into Instant Pot
  • Add in 1 1/2 cups of water and 1 tsp salt.
  • Place lid on Instant Pot and turn valve to seal.
  • Cook on manual high pressure for 10-12 minutes. Use a quick release.
  • Drain water from potatoes. Mash by hand with a potato masher or use a hand mixer.
  • Add remaining salt, pepper and garlic power if desired.
  • Add additional butter and chives to top for garnish.

Notes

    1. To Peel or Not to Peel. We usually peel our potatoes, but you can leave the skin on if you are using red or Yukon gold.  It gives the potatoes some fun color and texture. 
    1. Warm Milk. Use warm milk when making mashed potatoes. It makes the potatoes creamier. I prefer whole milk, half and half, or whipping cream. You can also use buttermilk or sour cream instead.
    1. Add Herbs for Extra Flavor. Add some fresh herbs or dried herbs such as rosemary or thyme.
    1. Dairy-free mashed potatoes. To make them dairy free, substitute the milk with your preferred dairy-free milk (almond milk, oat milk, etc.) You can also substitute dairy-free butter for regular butter, or leave it out altogether.
      1. Cheese Potatoes. Add in some shredded or grated Parmesan Cheese or Cheddar Cheese to taste.
      2. Garlic Potatoes. To make garlic potatoes add in some roasted garlic to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 896mg | Potassium: 959mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 332IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 7mg