Description
Enjoy restaurant-quality mashed potatoes at home with this easy, time-saving Instant Pot recipe. Perfectly creamy, comforting, and ready in a snap.
Ingredients
– 3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
– 1 cup milk
– 4 tbsp unsalted butter
– 1 tsp salt
– 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
1. – Place the cubed potatoes in the Instant Pot and add enough water to just cover them.
2. – Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
3. – When the cooking time is up, quick-release the pressure.
4. – Drain the potatoes and return them to the Instant Pot.
5. – Add the milk, butter, salt, and pepper. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
6. – Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
7. – Serve hot, garnished with fresh chives or parsley if desired.
Notes
– For extra-creamy potatoes, add an extra 1/4 cup of milk.
– Feel free to experiment with different mix-ins like garlic, cheese, or herbs.
– Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American